New Data Shows Most of Us Have PFAS in Our Blood. How Worried Should We Be?

New data shows most of us have PFAS in our blood. How worried should we be?

The Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) has this week released new data which tells us about the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in Australians' bodies.

New Australian data shows most of us have PFAS in our blood. How worried should we be?

The Australian Bureau of Statistics looked at concentrations of 11 types of PFAS, or ‘forever chemicals’, in our blood. Here’s what the results show.

Researchers make concerning discovery after examining blood samples from birds: 'We need to find out more about the sources'

As we gain more knowledge about the substances that make up our world, it gets easier to identify toxins that damage humans and wildlife. Unfortunately, we're finding these harmful substances in unexpected places and quantities, with negative impacts on our long-term health. One recent study, reported by Norwegian SciTech News, revealed that harmful PFAS are found in higher concentrations than we ever knew in China's birds — and the implications…

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‘Forever chemicals’ found in blood of nearly 98 per cent of Queenslanders

The synthetic chemicals are found in everyday products ranging from the linings of takeaway coffee cups and pizza boxes to carpets and non-stick cookware. They are almost universally in our bloodstream.

‘Forever chemicals’ found in blood of 97 per cent of Victorians

Synthetic chemicals called PFAS have been detected in the blood of almost all Australians, in growing concentrations with age. The health impacts are unknown.