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California bill would require diaper makers to disclose toxic chemical ingredients
health9 days ago

California bill would require diaper makers to disclose toxic chemical ingredients

A California bill would require diaper manufacturers to publicly list all intentionally added ingredients and their functions by 2028, with packaging labeling by 2029, to curb exposure to toxins such as phthalates, PFAS, lead, VOCs and fragrances. Advocates say transparency could pressure brands to reformulate toward safer products and help parents make informed choices, while industry groups argue diapers already meet safety standards. If passed, the legislation could set a precedent for other states and shift market demand toward non-toxic options.

via The Guardian|
#diapers#health#pfas
Can Sparkling Water Raise Colorectal Cancer Risk? Evidence Is Still Emerging
health10 days ago

Can Sparkling Water Raise Colorectal Cancer Risk? Evidence Is Still Emerging

The piece reviews concerns that canned sparkling water could carry PFAS from can linings and potentially raise colorectal cancer risk. While some studies detect PFAS in beverages, levels are usually below federal advisory limits, and no direct link to colon cancer has been proven. Experts say PFAS may contribute to cancer risk via gut inflammation or DNA interactions, but the science is evolving and inconclusive. Moderation, varied beverage choices, and attention to established colorectal cancer risk factors are advised while regulators continue researching.

via HuffPost|
#cancer-risk#colorectal-cancer#health
science13 days ago

Cholesterol-filter Therapy May Also Sweep PFAS and Microplastics From Blood

Therapeutic apheresis, a blood-filtering therapy for lowering lipoproteins in severe cardiovascular disease, was found in small studies to also reduce circulating PFAS levels—up to 25% after one session in one protocol and 43.5–75.8% across five PFAS in another—while microplastic results were mixed and subject to measurement challenges. Researchers caution that these are exploratory, with small sample sizes and methodological differences; there is no proven reduction in total body PFAS or microplastics burden, and more controlled trials are needed before considering apheresis as a pollutant detox.

via ScienceAlert|
#cardiovascular-disease#lipoproteins#microplastics
Today’s Everyday Things, Tomorrow’s Health Hazards: Readers Predict the Next Asbestos
science16 days ago

Today’s Everyday Things, Tomorrow’s Health Hazards: Readers Predict the Next Asbestos

A BuzzFeed Community post collects readers’ predictions about which everyday items and habits could be proven harmful in the future, ranging from microplastics and PFAS to AI-driven social media, scented products, vaping, and long-term effects of COVID, highlighting concerns about environmental exposures, consumer goods, and modern lifestyles becoming health risks down the line.

via buzzfeed.com|
#long-covid#microplastics#pfas
Blood filtration may also scrub 'forever chemicals' from the body, study finds
science21 days ago

Blood filtration may also scrub 'forever chemicals' from the body, study finds

A study of plasmapheresis, a blood-filtering technique used to lower cholesterol, found that it also reduced levels of several PFAS 'forever chemicals' and microplastics in patients’ blood, with PFAS dropping up to about 25%. However, the results are not yet proven in a controlled trial, and researchers caution that preventing exposure remains the primary solution while further research is conducted.

via The Independent|
#apheresis#blood-filtration#forever-chemicals
Driscoll’s hit with class-action over PFAS in strawberries
business1 month ago

Driscoll’s hit with class-action over PFAS in strawberries

A consumer-fraud class-action accuses Driscoll’s of selling strawberries marketed as “Only the Finest Berries” that allegedly contain PFAS forever chemicals and other pesticide residues; six plaintiffs from several states say the marketing misled them, citing a lab report. The suit also references a whistleblower claim that executives prioritized profits over pesticide compliance, while Driscoll’s denies the allegations and defends its safety programs.

via New York Post|
#business#class-action#consumer-fraud
FDA declines to cap PFAS in foods, opting for non-binding action levels
public-health1 month ago

FDA declines to cap PFAS in foods, opting for non-binding action levels

The FDA rejected a petition by the Tucson Environmental Justice Task Force to set formal PFAS limits in food, instead proposing non-binding action levels and indicating it will pursue standards later. The group plans to sue, arguing that if PFAS are regulated in water they should be limited in food. Independent testing has found PFAS in seafood and milk, as well as in various foods and packaging, underscoring ongoing exposure concerns. PFAS are a broad class of persistent chemicals linked to cancer and other health issues, and critics say the FDA’s testing and regulatory approach remains insufficient to protect consumers.

via The Guardian|
#fda#food-safety#pfas
Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to PMOS Risk in Daughters
health2 months ago

Prenatal PFAS Exposure Linked to PMOS Risk in Daughters

A Harvard-led study of about 325 mother–daughter pairs from Project Viva found that higher PFAS levels in mothers during pregnancy were associated with daughters who later developed PMOS (the renamed PCOS) and acne, with about 2.3–2.7× higher odds. Specific chemicals such as N-EtFOSAA and PFNA were linked to PMOS and acne. While the findings add to evidence of PFAS as endocrine disruptors, the study’s small, mostly white, highly educated sample means more research is needed. Practical tips include avoiding stain guards and other high-PFAS textiles and choosing organic, home-cooked meals to reduce exposure.

via The Guardian|
#endocrine-disruption#health#note-only-five-allowed-included-six-due-to-clarity-please-trim-to-five
Vitamin D Supplements Expose Contaminants in Independent Lab Study
health2 months ago

Vitamin D Supplements Expose Contaminants in Independent Lab Study

Mamavation (in partnership with Environmental Health News) tested 11 popular Vitamin D supplements (mostly D3 with K2) in EPA-certified labs for PFAS, glyphosate, 500+ pesticides, phthalates, and heavy metals. Findings showed every product contained ortho-phthalates; no samples exceeded California Prop 65 limits for heavy metals, though 9 of 11 had detectable metals and 1 had none. 64% had other pesticides, and 9% contained specific PFAS; anthraquinone appeared in several brands around 10 ppb. One extreme outlier was dominated by DINP contamination. The report suggests contamination can enter at multiple points in the supply chain (capsules, fillers, packaging) and emphasizes the value of separate analyses of capsules versus fill materials. Results underscore that even expensive supplements can carry measurable contaminants, highlighting the importance of independent testing and transparent sourcing for consumers.

via Mamavation|
#glyphosate#health#heavy-metals
Australia seeks record damages from 3M over forever chemicals at military bases
world2 months ago

Australia seeks record damages from 3M over forever chemicals at military bases

Australia filed a Federal Court case against 3M and its Australian unit seeking more than AU$2 billion (about $1.4 billion) to cover past and future costs from PFAS contamination from firefighting foams at 28 defense bases. The Department of Defence has already spent about AU$1.3 billion on cleanup, removing 200,000 metric tons of contaminated soil and treating 13 billion liters of water. 3M says it never manufactured PFAS in Australia and that these products were no longer sold there decades ago, while the government notes the defense department continued using PFAS-containing foams for nearly two decades after that.

via MPR News|
#3m#australia#defense-bases
ICE Plans Family Detention Center at PFAS-Plagued Louisiana Airpark
politics4 months ago

ICE Plans Family Detention Center at PFAS-Plagued Louisiana Airpark

ICE is pursuing a short-term family detention facility at England Airpark in Louisiana, a site with extreme PFAS groundwater contamination (at least 41 million ppt, about 575,000 times federal drinking-water limits) and other pollutants. Advocates warn of health risks from dust and air exposure to children, while criticizing the plan’s framing as “self-deport.” DHS says no new centers have been announced and the project is in permitting/testing, with potential operation within 60–90 days. The base’s pollution history, including firefighting foam, burn pits, and asbestos concerns, underscores broader cleanup and health questions surrounding the proposal.

via The Guardian|
#detention#england-airpark#ice
Can Sparkling Water Raise Colorectal Cancer Risk? Experts Say More Research Is Needed
health4 months ago

Can Sparkling Water Raise Colorectal Cancer Risk? Experts Say More Research Is Needed

There’s no direct evidence that canned sparkling water causes colorectal cancer; any risk would come from PFAS in can linings, usually well below federal limits, and the science is still evolving. In the meantime, practice moderation, opt for filtered water when possible, and focus on established risk-reduction factors like maintaining a healthy weight, limiting processed/red meat, avoiding tobacco, moderating alcohol, staying physically active, and following recommended colorectal cancer screening.

via HuffPost|
#colorectal-cancer#forever-chemicals#health