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Last month the government announced it was consulting on a new chemicals’ registration process – intended to be the key mechanism by which the UK will track which chemicals are being imported into the country.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2024

High doses of these pollutants, also known as ‘forever chemicals’, have been linked to serious health concerns, including cancer and fertility issues.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2024

Scientists believe that children may be more sensitive to the chemicals’ harmful effects because they are still developing.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2024

But despite their broad skillset, the chemicals have a dark side: they're known as 'forever chemicals' as once they're in the environment -- or our bodies -- they don't degrade further.

From Science Daily • Apr. 8, 2024

“There is no reason for brands to continue to pollute the environment and our bodies by adding unnecessary, toxic ‘forever chemicals’ to products like dental floss.”

From Salon • Nov. 3, 2023