Fishy forever chemicals Increase the risk of disease

Research from the US has found that consuming just one serving of freshwater fish, such as salmon, is equivalent to drinking water contaminated with 'forever chemicals' known as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) for an entire month. PFAS are chemicals used in various products and processes that have contaminated water and soil globally. These chemicals do not break down in the environment and can accumulate in the body, leading to illnesses like cancer. Contamination of freshwater fish with PFAS poses a significant risk to human health.

The study highlights the widespread contamination of freshwater fish, as well as some marine fish, with PFAS, making them a major source of exposure to these harmful chemicals. The accumulation of PFAS in the body through consumption of contaminated fish can increase the risk of diseases. This research underscores the importance of monitoring and reducing PFAS contamination in fish and water sources to protect human health.