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Study Links PFAS to 33% Higher Cancer Risk

9/10/2025

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PFAS Risk Assessment

PFAS, or "forever chemicals," are linked to increased cancer rates in U.S. drinking water.
A USC study found a 33% higher cancer risk associated with PFAS exposure.
Researchers analyzed county-level cancer data alongside PFAS water testing results.
Notable cancer patterns include thyroid, kidney, and bladder cancers.
Communities should monitor water quality and consider certified filters to reduce exposure.

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EWG Promotes Filtration

A new study shows that technologies removing PFAS from drinking water also eliminate other cancer-linked contaminants.
The Environmental Working Group (EWG) highlights the benefits of advanced filtration systems in addressing chlorine disinfection byproducts.
Smaller water systems, particularly in rural areas, adopt advanced filtration at lower rates, with only 7% compared to 30% in larger systems.
The EPA aims to support water utilities with funding for PFAS upgrades, though consumer costs are increasing.
Experts call for further research on the real-world effectiveness of these technologies.

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PFAS Risk Assessment

PFAS, or "forever chemicals," are linked to increased cancer rates in U.S. drinking water.
A USC study found a 33% higher cancer risk associated with PFAS exposure.
Researchers analyzed county-level cancer data alongside PFAS water testing results.
Notable cancer patterns include thyroid, kidney, and bladder cancers.
Communities should monitor water quality and consider certified filters to reduce exposure.

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