Clean water and air are important to our survival!
“Air, water and plastic pollution is a chronic challenge. Microplastics have been found worldwide, and the risk to human health is an open question.
New research as Stockholm University suggests that rainwater isn’t safe to drink anywhere on Earth, due to the presence of PFAS or forever chemicals found in food packaging, electronics, cosmetics and cookware.” Paul Douglas, Meteorologist
Read about PFAS in our water here Most Rainwater on Earth Contains PFAS Exceeding Safe Levels, Study Finds – EcoWatch
When we don’t regulate what corporations and business can dump into our water and soil this is what we end up with.
More reading about PFAS:
Forever Chemicals, Plastic Waste – The World As Industry’s Toilet – CleanTechnica
PFAS ‘forever chemicals’ are everywhere. Here’s what you should know about them | MPR News
Massachusetts Sues 15 Companies Over PFAS Contamination – EcoWatch
3,240 Potentially Harmful Chemicals Found in Food Packaging – EcoWatch
20 Million Acres of U.S. Cropland May Be Contaminated by PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’ – EcoWatch
What Can You Do About It? from Earth 911
While the EPA, state/local agencies, and the environmental industry at-large work to eliminate PFAS exposure risk, there are a few simple steps anyone can take to reduce exposure to these harmful chemicals.
- Start with awareness. Become aware of PFAS, the potential risk of chemical exposure, and spread the news. Reading this article is a good place to start.
- Research your local water utility to learn if the water supply has been sampled for PFAS. If they are detected, ask what is being done about it. Most water utilities provide periodic reports on water quality and can be found through the tap water database tool published by the Environmental Working Group.
- Look for PFAS-free alternatives in your consumer purchases. Inquire about everyday consumer products that may contain PFAS, including food wrappers, cosmetics, dental floss, and weather-resistant clothing. Look for safer alternatives. Although you will likely not be at significant risk by continuing to wear your PFAS-treated shoes and boots, the continued manufacturing usage of PFAS leads to the contamination of groundwater and drinking water, and the risk of health effects.
- I would add: Reduce the plastic you use for food storage, and the plastic you purchase. Also, don’t use non-stick pans.
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