Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) frequently asked questions

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Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) frequently asked questions

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United States. Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. Division of Community Health Investigations.
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Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large group of man-made chemicals that have been used in industry and consumer products worldwide since the 1950s.

• PFAS do not occur naturally, but are widespread in the environment.

• PFAS are found in people, wildlife and fish all over the world.

• Some PFAS can stay in people’s bodies a long time.

• Some PFAS do not break down easily in the environment.

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pfas_fact_sheet.pdf
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Environmental Pollutants/toxicity Fluorocarbons/adverse Effects Fluorocarbons/toxicity
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Fact Sheet
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2 numbered pages
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Stephen B. Thacker CDC Library
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