Shocking Report Reveals Major Issue With Safety of Us Drinking Water: ‘The Risk of Disease Was Unacceptably High’

The Waterkeeper Alliance has completed a study on the prevalence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, in surface waters throughout the U.S. The “forever chemicals” — so called for their persistence in environments and bodies — have been linked to a wide range of health issues, from cancer to reproductive health concerns.

PFAS are widely found in common household items, such as non-stick cookware, water-repellant clothing, stain-resistant furniture, and some brands of dental floss.