HEALTHJul 6 · 21:24 UTCCOMMONWEALTH BEACONConnor Read

It’s time to act on the state’s PFAS problem

Massachusetts faces widespread PFAS contamination in 176 public water systems across 99 cities and towns, with residents bearing cleanup costs. PFAS, toxic 'forever chemicals' linked to health risks, persist in water due to industrial discharge and product waste, despite state legal limits. A task force has been established to address the issue.

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