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containers, microwave popcorn bags,
pizza boxes, candy wrappers. They can
also be found in shampoos, dental floss,

and makeup.

What We Know about Health
Effects

Recent studies reviewed by scientific
peers have demonstrated that exposure

to certain levels of PFAS (per- and
polyfluoroalkyl substances) may lead to
various health issues:

Reproductive Effects: Research indicates

that PFAS exposure can negatively affect
fertility, leading to decreased fertility rates.
Additionally, it can contribute to higher

instances of hypertension (high blood
pressure) in pregnant women, which

poses risks to both mother and child.

Developmental Effects in Children:

Children exposed to PFAS may
experience developmental delays or

abnormalities such as low birth weight,
which can affect their overall growth and
health. Other issues include entering

puberty earlier than typical, variations
in bone development, or behavioral

changes, which could impact their social
interactions and learning.

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