PFAS From Fluorochemical Plant Found in Dust of Nearby Homes

Jane Hoppin pic
Jane Hoppin
Detlef Knappe
Detlef Knappe

Researchers Jane Hoppin (Project 1) and Detlef Knappe (Project 4) from the GenX Exposure Study have detected PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) associated with a nearby fluorochemical plant in the household dust of homes located in Cumberland and Bladen counties, North Carolina. Homes closer to the plant had higher concentrations of those specific PFAS than homes located farther away. Click HERE to read more and HERE to watch the interview.