It is estimated that at least 16 million people in the U.S. have been exposed to PFAS through their drinking water.
, an environmental watchdog group. “They all found out on the same day that their drinking water supply was contaminated.”study conducted by North Carolina State University
Burdette’s doctor, Sanjay Batish, said the results mean his patient is at a much higher risk of certain medical conditions. “Without that information, without the blood testing and urine testing to see what individual levels are, you’re just sort of driving blind,” Batish said.
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