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Can Europe put an end to the “forever chemicals”?

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Smoke damage poses health ‘risks’ even after wildfires are put out

Residents who return to their homes following wildfires may be unknowingly exposing themselves to harmful chemicals.

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France enacts ban on ‘forever chemicals’ - with one big exception

Cosmetics and clothes made with PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, have officially been banned in France.

Health news

High exposure to PFAS may affect women’s hormones, study finds

High exposure to PFAS is linked to a higher risk of endocrine disruption among women, a new study has found.

Europe News

European Commission to determine safety of ethanol in hand sanitiser

The EU Chemicals Agency was due to table an opinion on the safety of ethanol before Christmas, but lack of consensus within scientific groups saw the decision postponed. Lawmakers are seeking evidence-based conclusions instead of rushed decisions.

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Europe News

EU bets on nature-based products to increase domestic competitiveness

Nature-based products such as biofuels and bioplastics will be looked to as drivers of green growth under a recently announced bioeconomy strategy, but critics are wary of overexploitation.

Green News

EU ministers test positive for forever chemicals in their blood

PFAS were found in the blood of all the EU ministers sampled, the tests found.

Health news

Why Portugal's dentists use a substance banned for gel nail polishes

The compound was banned in gel nail polished across the EU over concerns about its health effects.

Euronews Tech Talks

Life in Zwijndrecht: A PFAS hotspot | Euronews Tech Talks Podcast

Jeroen Van Reeth, a resident of the Belgian city contaminated by PFAS produced by the chemical company 3M, opened his home to Euronews Tech Talks to discuss what it means to live in a contaminated area.

Health news

This popular gel nail ingredient is now banned in Europe - Here’s why

A chemical called TPO, used in many gel nail polishes to speed up drying and preserve colour, has been banned across most of Europe over potential fertility risks.

Euronews Tech Talks

PFAS: What’s all the fuss? | Euronews Tech Talks Podcast

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are man-made chemicals widely used in the industry, but potentially harmful to human health. Euronews Tech Talks explores this topic with chemist and research scientist Martin Scheringer.

Green News

Crackdown on 'forever chemicals' expands ahead of EU rules overhaul

As the EU prepares a broader reform of its chemical legislation, the European Chemicals Agency has updated its proposal to restrict “forever chemicals,” adding new sectors to the scope of its planned ban.

wellbeing

How do mineral and chemical sunscreens affect our health?

Mineral and chemical sunscreens work differently, but both are considered safe when used correctly.

Health news

Forever chemicals found in reusable menstrual products, study finds

Underwear and reusable pads show the highest levels of a marker indicating intentionally added PFAS, raising concerns about the safety of menstrual products, according to new research.

EU Decoded

Will EU fertiliser tariffs hit Russia's coffers?

To reduce its economic dependence on Russia, the EU has imposed higher tariffs on fertilisers and agricultural products. The aim is to reduce Russian revenue, but it could impact on food prices in the EU, which worries farmers.

Green News

Why are EU ministers having blood tests for ‘forever chemicals’?

PFAS now contaminate the bodies of nearly all Europeans - including children, pregnant women, and adolescents.

Green News

Consumer groups fear EU plans to ease rules for chemicals sector

The European Commission unveiled yet another simplification package on Tuesday, this time targeting chemicals, promising savings for industry - but raising concerns for consumer protection.