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Some PFAS chemicals are declining in English rivers but others are appearing
The levels of two globally restricted "forever chemicals" linked to health issues are showing a strong downwards trend in English rivers, but their understudied replacements are starting to fill the gap
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Two globally restricted PFAS chemicals, known for their persistence and health risks, are decreasing sharply in English rivers. However, newer, less‑studied PFAS compounds are now being detected as these legacy chemicals decline.
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