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Study Links PFAS in Pregnancy to Children's Brain Development

10/13/2025

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Researchers from the University of Turku and Örebro University found PFAS levels in pregnant mothers' blood are linked to their children's brain structure and function.
The FinnBrain Birth Cohort study analyzed blood samples and brain imaging in 51 mother-child pairs.
Specific PFAS compounds correlated with differences across brain regions, indicating potential neurodevelopment effects.
The study does not determine harm or benefit, highlighting the need for further research.

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Researchers from the University of Turku and Örebro University found PFAS levels in pregnant mothers' blood are linked to their children's brain structure and function.
The FinnBrain Birth Cohort study analyzed blood samples and brain imaging in 51 mother-child pairs.
Specific PFAS compounds correlated with differences across brain regions, indicating potential neurodevelopment effects.
The study does not determine harm or benefit, highlighting the need for further research.