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Study Reveals Widespread PFAS Exposure in Cincinnati Babies

2/19/2026

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Researchers found that babies born in Cincinnati between 2003 and 2006 were exposed to 42 PFAS compounds.
Led by Dr. Shelley Liu, the study used non-targeted chemical analysis on umbilical cord blood samples.
The findings challenge earlier conclusions that exposure differed based on maternal pregnancy history.
Future research will assess long-term health effects and clarify PFAS impacts during pregnancy.

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Story summary

Researchers found that babies born in Cincinnati between 2003 and 2006 were exposed to 42 PFAS compounds.
Led by Dr. Shelley Liu, the study used non-targeted chemical analysis on umbilical cord blood samples.
The findings challenge earlier conclusions that exposure differed based on maternal pregnancy history.
Future research will assess long-term health effects and clarify PFAS impacts during pregnancy.