Do we need blood tests?
Answers are still developing, due in part to research that only starts to clarify many of the health risks to humans – such as increased cancer risk and changes the immune system and liver.
All of the public systems in Michigan will be tested this year, but the larger ones already went through rounds of testing after PFAS was added to a temporary requirement of the Environmental Protection Agency.
If you’re on a well near an area of concern, contact your local health department about testing.
The State of Michigan Environmental Assistance Center also can be contacted at 800-662-9278.
Listings of these certified products can be found on the NSF website.
Products labeled stain- and water-resistant likely contain PFAS chemicals.
Some environmental groups want any PFAS chemical used in a rug or carpet to be considered for toxicity.
Dispose of old products safely.
Now that early versions of those products are identified as dangers to health and the environment, those contaminants will follow discarded products into the waste stream.