Enhancing Regulations to Reduce Exposure to PFAS — Federal Action on “Forever Chemicals”
Joseph M. Braun
Abstract
The EPA recently proposed national standards that would limit concentrations of six PFAS in public drinking-water supplies. Additional action may be needed to address PFAS exposure and related diseases.
Topics & Concepts
MedicineEnvironmental healthAction (physics)Safe Drinking Water ActToxicologyWater qualityBiologyPhysicsEcologyQuantum mechanicsPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances researchToxic Organic Pollutants ImpactEffects and risks of endocrine disrupting chemicals