PFAS Found in 65% of Tested Bandages, Prompting Global Legislative Action

As concerns over the health impacts of 'forever chemicals' grow, France and US states take steps towards banning PFAS in consumer products.

A new report reveals that 65% of bandages tested contain PFAS, raising health concerns.
French lawmakers vote to ban PFAS in products, excluding cooking utensils, amid industry pushback.
States in the US move to ban period products containing PFAS following a report on their widespread presence.
The omnipresence of PFAS in everyday products and the environment underscores the challenge of addressing their impact.
Efforts to limit PFAS exposure include proposed federal limits on drinking water and bans on non-essential uses in France and the EU.