EPA drafts health-based criteria for PFAS levels in waterbodies
December 21, 2024
New recommendations set water quality standards for these “forever chemicals” that adversely affect human health.
December 21, 2024
EPA drafts health-based criteria for PFAS levels in waterbodies
December 21, 2024
New recommendations set water quality standards for these “forever chemicals” that adversely affect human health.
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