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Blood Tests Show Highest Levels of Forever Chemicals in Those Living Near New Mexico Plume
- 99.7% of participants had one or more PFAS in their blood, with firefighting foams being the most common source.
- PFAS concentrations in groundwater reached 26,200 parts per trillion, exceeding drinking water standards by over 650,000%.
- New Mexico Environment Secretary James Kenney stated that his agency is assisting the community while in litigation with the U.S. Defense Department over contamination damage.
- New Mexico held a recent webinar to inform about a new state law to phase out and prohibit products with intentionally added PFAS.
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Blood tests show highest levels of forever chemicals in those living near New Mexico plume
About 99% of Americans have PFAS chemicals in their blood, but state health and environmental officials have found higher concentrations in one corner of New Mexico.
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It's a name that many people find difficult to pronounce, but these synthetic chemicals have been used in many areas, from fast food packaging to non-stick kitchen utensils, clothing, household cleaning products and even fire-resistant foam. PFAS – or perfluoroalkyl substances and [...]
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