“Tap water in parts of the Haut-Rhin département, near the commune of Saint-Louis, has been found to contain two to four times the permissible levels of harmful “forever chemicals” known as PFAS, or perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoralkyl substances.”
“PFAS can raise cholesterol levels, weaken immune systems and decrease fertility in women, as well as cause developmental problems in children and increase the risk of liver damage. They are often used in pesticides, cosmetics, fast-food packaging and everyday household products such as non-stick pans.”
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