The Poison in Us All — Investigating the “Forever Chemicals” Scandal. Analysis by Dr. Joseph Mercola (07/27/24)
Discusses the dangers of synthetic, man-made polyfluoroalkyl chemicals, called PFAS or "forever chemicals," identifies broad categories of items containing PFAS, and offers some ways to avoid or mitigate them.
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"The Poison in Us All," a documentary (48 min) by Bloomberg Investigates, explores the origins and dangers of PFAS (youtube.com/watch?v=t8q…)
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognizes more than 14,000 different chemical structures as PFAS.
PFAS don’t break down easily in the environment, and can bioaccumulate in people and wildlife.
Rates of cancer diagnosis in children are increasing, including in Minnesota, global headquarters of chemical company 3M.
Since the 1960s, 3M has been dumping PFAS chemicals in the surrounding areas.
After Minnesota sued 3M for damage to the state's natural resources, 3M was ordered to pay $850 million for contaminating the state's water supply for decades.
Main topics:
Forever Chemicals Were a Product of the Manhattan Project
PFAS Are Like a 'Ticking Time Bomb' in the Body
Cancer Rates Among Children Are Soaring
Confidential Files Reveal Chemical Companies Knew PFAS Were Hazardous
PFAS Have Infiltrated One of the Most Remote Communities on the Planet (Faroe Islands)
Minnesota Will Ban PFAS Starting This Year
How to Reduce Your Exposure to PFAS
Progesterone to Combat PFAS
Ideal Way to Administer Progesterone