Iowa is a major player in the agriculture industry. More than 85% of the state is dedicated to farming. This makes it a prime spot to study how farming affects local waterways. A recent study looked at small, shallow streams across the state. It focused on pollutants that are becoming a global issue
PFAS, or per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a group of man-made chemicals that have been used in various industries since the 1940s. They are found in many products, including non-stick cookware, water-repellent clothing, and stain-resistant fabrics. Unfortunately, these chemicals can also be
PFAS chemicals are everywhere. They are in our blood and can cause health problems. These chemicals are used in many products, from non-stick pans to water-repellent clothing. Over time, the types of PFAS chemicals we are exposed to have changed. Long-chain PFASs are being replaced by short-chain PF
In the Veneto Region of Italy, a study was conducted to understand the impact of PFAS exposure on calcium levels in the body. PFASs are a group of chemicals that have raised concerns due to their ability to accumulate in the environment and potentially interfere with bone metabolism, especially from
What if you could clean up nasty chemicals in the ground? Carbon, when activated, is a hero in this mission. It can grab onto PFAS, harmful chemicals that are hard to clean. However, carbon doesn't stay the same forever. It ages, just like humans do. When it ages, it loses some of its ability to
First, let's talk about PFAS. These are chemicals that are used in various products, including Aqueous Film-Forming Foams (AFFFs). AFFFs are made up of complex mixtures and are used to fight fires. They are designed to save lives, but they have a dark side. Firefighters rely on AFFFs to put out
Soils near an industrial park in Shandong Province, China, were found to contain 81 different perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). This was done using a new approach that helps scientists find unknown compounds without needing to know their structure beforehand. Among these PFAS, 12
You thought it was just water? Think again! Scientists in Miami have discovered that it’s raining something else too: chemicals that just won’t go away. They are called PFAS, or 'forever chemicals', because they stick around in the environment for a long time. These chemicals have been in use since
In the spring of 2021, the Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) issued a health advisory for residents on French Island. The worry? Potential contamination of private wells by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often called "forever chemicals" because they stick around in the envir
