PFAS, or “forever chemicals,” are linked to cancer, fertility issues, and weakened immune systems. These chemicals are hiding ...

PFAS, pharmaceuticals, and microplastics are infiltrating drinking water worldwide. Researchers and regulators are racing to ...

Synthetic PFAS are known as "forever chemicals," lingering in water, cookware, cosmetic products, clothing, and even our blood as they resist breaking down. They're infamous for being hard to detect.

New Mexico is the third state to pass a law implementing a gradual phasing out of so-called ‘forever chemicals’ in new ...

In the face of regulatory lag, consumers must become their own best safety experts. Before purchasing, look beyond the ...

Some of these long-lasting, pervasive chemicals are known to carry serious health risks. Research is still underway on the health effects of other kinds of PFAS. Water systems that filter out PFAS are ...

A study using mice has found high exposure to PFAS lowered the male's sperm count, decreased testosterone and disrupted ...

Sea foam is a common sight along the coastline as breaking waves churn up air and algae. Now, a study in Environmental Science & Technology reports that sea foam from several beaches along North ...

Tracy J. Wholf is a senior coordinating producer of climate and environmental coverage for CBS News and Stations, based in New York. California lawmakers voted to ban a group of chemicals known as ...