Latest "pfas military" stories

DoD dragged its feet on toxic chemical exposure prevention and clean-up, IG finds

A bureaucratic roadblock prevented the Defense Department from taking action after issuing a "risk alert."

By Meghann Myers

22 months ago

New in 2021: The transgender ban, diversity initiatives and toxic chemical research — what will become of these Trump-era policies?

Trump administration changes to the Defense Department could stay or go.

By Meghann Myers

2 years ago

Toxic chemical exposure can increase risk for COVID-19 complications — and adverse reactions to vaccine

Scientists are concerned that those with high levels of PFAS exposure might not get the COVID-19 vaccine's full benefits.

By Meghann Myers

2 years ago

Here’s the latest count of suspected bases with toxic “forever chemicals” in the water

There are almost 700 sites, according to the Environmental Working Group, likely contaminated with PFAS

By Meghann Myers

3 years ago

New housing protections, PFAS limits included in defense policy measure

The massive policy bill is expected to pass through Congress in the next few days.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

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