Chemical Companies Reach $1.18 Billion Settlement for Polluting Water Supply with “Forever Chemicals” Linked to Cancer and Other Health Issues

PFASs accumulate in humans and the environment, are hard to break down, and have been associated with health problems like asthma and cancer.
Different methods of supercritical water oxidation have reduced PFAS levels by over 99% in studies, though the techniques are currently complex and expensive.
Chemical companies that produced PFAS have made billions of dollars while hiding the risks, and must be held accountable for pollution and cleanup costs.
of U.S. tap water and many foods contain PFAS, so individuals should check with utilities and use filters to remove it, as exposure has been linked to cancer and other issues.
While the harm from PFAS is still being studied, caution is recommended; people can reduce exposure by filtering water, avoiding some fish, considering proximity to military bases and airports, checking cosmetics, using air purifiers, and reducing dust.