Scientists ramp up the alarm about PFAS contamination, which may come from Tallahassee’s spray field March 23, 2026
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Former FAMU environmental professor Dan Axelrad says the fact these chemicals don’t break down is only part of the problem.
“Yes, they are forever chemicals. But they could also be called ‘everywhere chemicals,’ because we use PFAS in thousands of applications in our homes and commercially.”
Local allergist Dr. Ron Saff says the substances are linked to serious health concerns. Especially when found in drinking water.
“Cancer and developmental delays in children, reproductive health harms, immunosuppression.”
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