New research shows that exposure to polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as "forever chemicals" can hamper growth and development in children by "altering hormonal and metabolic pathways."
The research comes just weeks after the Biden administration announced new standards for PFAS levels in drinking water.
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