What do we know about the risks of forever chemicals PFAS for our reproductive health?

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The full extent of the threat per-and ployfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) pose to the reproductive health of humans and animals, including livestock, is not yet known, according to Australian researchers. In a perspective article, the researchers discuss the reasons why these 'forever chemicals' are persistent in our environment, how humans and animals are being exposed to them, and what current research says about the impact exposure to PFAS is likely to have on health, including reproduction. The researchers say positive steps are being taken to limit new sources of PFAS exposure, but there is an urgent need for more research into how the chemicals are impacting us, and how we can minimise harm.

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conference: Reproduction, Fertility and Development

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Organisation/s: The University of Melbourne, The University of Adelaide, Deakin University, Monash University, The University of Newcastle, Hunter Medical Research Institute, NSW

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