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PFAS: The toxic chemicals that are in just about everything

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Manufacturers use the toxic chemicals collectively known as PFAS to produce umbrellas, carpets, dental floss, and cookware. The chemicals are useful for their anti-stain and anti-stick properties.

But WBUR reporters Gabrielle Emanuel and Barbara Moran tell us PFAS are really bad for you. And they stay in your body for years.

Amanda Beland Producer/Director
Amanda Beland is a producer and director for Radio Boston. She also reports for the WBUR newsroom.

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Tiziana Dearing Host, Radio Boston
Tiziana Dearing is the host of Radio Boston.

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Gabrielle Emanuel Senior Health and Science Reporter
Gabrielle Emanuel is a senior health and science reporter for WBUR.

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Barbara Moran Correspondent, Climate and Environment
Barbara Moran is a correspondent on WBUR’s environmental team.

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