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EPA proposes new national drinking water standards for PFAS chemicals

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EPA proposes new national drinking water standards for PFAS chemicals

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Maine treatment plants are finding more places to put wastewater sludge

Tons of sludge are being shipped into Canada, with ratepayers expected to pick up the bill.
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Maine dairy farm coming out of toxic nightmare from 'forever chemicals'

A year after pulling products from store shelves, Misty Brook Farm's milk and meat are testing safe for consumers.
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Getting PFAS out of firefighting gear closer to reality

New national standards for fire-resistant gear to be made without toxic PFAS chemicals are set to happen in 2025.
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EPA expected to introduce nationwide restrictions on toxic PFAS chemicals

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency had until March 3 to put a proposal forward, which would likely introduce new standards and testing for water providers.
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Maine's first commercial PFAS lab open for business

The lab located in Norridgewock plans to have results available in two weeks.
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Maine CDC is reviewing data after study reveals PFAS in freshwater fish

The study shows PFAS levels in Maine-caught fish are “staggeringly high” compared to store-bought fish.
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Maine CDC is reviewing data after study reveals PFAS in freshwater fish

The study shows PFAS levels in Maine-caught fish are “staggeringly high” compared to store-bought fish.
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Experts recommend blood testing, screenings after PFAS exposure

If you've been exposed to PFAS chemicals, experts say it's important to work with your doctor to keep an eye on how much is in your system.
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PFAS: New guidance recommended for people exposed to 'forever chemicals'

Recommendations include blood testing for people with current or present exposure to better monitor possible health concerns.
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PFAS: New guidance recommended for people exposed to 'forever chemicals'

The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine recommend blood testing for people with exposure needed to better monitor possible health concerns.
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Farmers whose land tests positive for PFAS push for buyout bill

The bill would set up a state buyout program tapping into a multimillion dollar-fund.

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EPA proposes new national drinking water standards for PFAS chemicals

Maine treatment plants are finding more places to put wastewater sludge

Maine dairy farm coming out of toxic nightmare from 'forever chemicals'

Getting PFAS out of firefighting gear closer to reality

EPA expected to introduce nationwide restrictions on toxic PFAS chemicals

Maine's first commercial PFAS lab open for business

Maine CDC is reviewing data after study reveals PFAS in freshwater fish

Maine CDC is reviewing data after study reveals PFAS in freshwater fish

Experts recommend blood testing, screenings after PFAS exposure

PFAS: New guidance recommended for people exposed to 'forever chemicals'

PFAS: New guidance recommended for people exposed to 'forever chemicals'

Farmers whose land tests positive for PFAS push for buyout bill

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