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Guidance on PFAS Testing and Health Outcomes

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Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are chemicals that contaminate many communities in the United States. Our expert committee will examine the health outcomes associated with the most widely studied PFAS and make recommendations to the CDC on who, when, how, and what to test, as well as the risks of testing.

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In thousands of communities across the United States, drinking water is contaminated with chemicals known as perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). PFAS are used in a wide range of products, such as non-stick cookware, water and stain repellent fabrics, and fire-fighting foam, becaus...

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