The science and understanding of PFAS effects on human health has evolved over time
Over the last few decades, an increasing body of evidence began pointing to PFAS being a human health and environmental concern as it breaks down very slowly and can accumulate in people, animals and the environment over time. The water quality and treatment team at Aurora Water have been paying close attention to the scientific information on PFAS that has been developing.
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