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Have you been exposed to PFAS?
If you consumed water from a source tainted with PFAS continuously for six months or more at any point since 1990 and have complications, you might qualify for compensation as a result of PFAS exposure.
What You Need To Know:
Studies in recent years have found an increasing number of military installations and public drinking water supplies have PFAS contamination. PFAS, short for per- and poly-fluoroalkyl substances, represents a category of synthetic compounds colloquially known as “forever chemicals” that were widely used in industrial and consumer products for their unique properties, which include resistance to heat, water, oil, stains, and grease.
PFAS can be found in non-stick cookware, waterproof clothing, firefighting foam, food packaging, and electronics. PFAS chemicals do not break down easily in nature, leading to long-term contamination of soil, water, and even the human body. Prolonged exposure to PFAS has been associated with health issues, including an increased risk of cancer, liver problems, immune system dysfunction, and developmental effects in children. A 2023 study conducted by the U.S. Geological Survey found at least 45% of the nation’s tap water is estimated to have one or more types of PFAS contamination.
PFAS can be found in non-stick cookware, waterproof clothing, firefighting foam, food packaging, and electronics. PFAS chemicals do not break down easily in nature, leading to long-term contamination of soil, water, and even the human body. Prolonged exposure to PFAS has been associated with health issues, including an increased risk of cancer, liver problems, immune system dysfunction, and developmental effects in children. A 2023 study conducted by the U.S. Geological Survey found at least 45% of the nation’s tap water is estimated to have one or more types of PFAS contamination.
These so-called forever chemicals can be found in the products, such as:
- Cleaning products.
- Water-resistant fabrics, such as rain jackets, umbrellas, and tents.
- Grease-resistant paper.
- Nonstick cookware.
- Personal care products, like shampoo, dental floss, nail polish, and eye makeup.
