Water- and stain-resistant products contain toxic plastics, study
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A new study found toxins called PFAS in a number of stain and water-resistant products on stores shelves in the United States. Here’s what you can do to avoid them.
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Locally caught fish are full of dangerous chemicals called PFAS
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What Products Contain PFAS & How to Protect Yourself
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Toxic 'forever chemicals' are contaminating plastic food
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Doctors should test levels of PFAS in people at high risk, report
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Even Green and Non-Toxic Home Goods Have PFAS
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Report: Toxic plastic found in many water-resistant products
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Toxic Ten: Chemicals in the Home - Environmental Defence
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Water- and stain-resistant products contain toxic plastics, study
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What to know about toxic 'forever' chemicals in waterproof or
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Human health concerns regarding microplastics in the aquatic
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Popular contact lenses could contain toxic 'forever chemicals
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How to Avoid the Very Worst Plastics – Pure Living Space