The Environmental Protection Agency delays limits on PFAS in drinking water
Federal rules to reduce the levels of "forever chemicals" in drinking water are getting delayed.
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Study shows humans may be similarly impacted from 'forever chemicals' that researchers are finding in animals
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EPA puts limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water
PFAS chemicals have been used for decades to waterproof and stain-proof consumer products and are linked to health problems.
The EPA is proposing that 'forever chemicals' be considered hazardous substances
A study by the U.S. Geological Survey found that the man-made chemicals are present in nearly half the country's tap water supply.