Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. New regulations are cracking down on forever chemicals. What are they? (Photo illustration: Yahoo News; Photos: Getty Images) ...

There’s something in the water — and you should get it out. Scientists have sounded the alarm about the group of toxic chemicals commonly known as PFAS, or per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances. PFAS are ...

As their nickname suggests, per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a class of hardy man-made compounds that can take hundreds or even thousands of years to break down. Introduced in the 1950s ...

A new study is illuminating how “forever chemicals” can alter our brain cells by impairing the genes that maintain healthy neurons, the cells of our nervous system. Scientists are only beginning to ...

A new rule aims to reduce exposure to PFAS, which have been linked to health problems. Here's what we know about PFAS in water and other products. Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, with a ...

Women with higher levels of "forever chemicals" in their blood could be more likely to have multiple sclerosis (MS).

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, commonly known as PFAS, are synthetic chemicals engineered for their remarkable resistance to heat, water, and oil. These properties make them valuable for ...

A new study explores the connection between exposure to “forever chemicals” and type 2 diabetes. The man-made chemicals are already scientifically tied to cancer, thyroid disease, brain cell death, ...

“Forever chemicals” are synthetic compounds found in products like non-stick pans, waterproof clothing, dental floss and more items Researchers have found a new link between exposure to “forever ...

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