That non-stick pan or waterproof jacket you rely on might be silently exposing you to 'forever chemicals'. Turns out, these pervasive compounds are far more widespread and dangerous than most people realize, prompting urgent calls for their ban.
Your favorite non-stick pan, waterproof jacket, and even dental floss likely contain 'forever chemicals'. A new report from the UK's Environmental Audit Committee (EAC) is urging a ban on these pervasive compounds.
These chemicals, known as PFAS (Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), are used for their non-stick, waterproof, and stain-resistant properties.