Health Concern

PFAS in Drinking Water

PFAS are "forever chemicals" used in manufacturing that persist in the environment and human body.

70 ppt (advisory)

EPA Action Level

Various

Chemical Formula

10-20%

FL Homes Affected

Health Effects

Short-term Effects

Generally no immediate symptoms
Potential liver effects
Immune system impacts
Hormonal disruption

Long-term Effects

Increased cancer risk
Liver damage
Immune system suppression
Reproductive problems
Developmental delays

Common Sources

Industrial manufacturing

Firefighting foam

Non-stick cookware

Water-resistant clothing

Food packaging

Detection & Testing

Specialized laboratory testing

EPA Method 537.1

Professional analysis only

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Removal & Treatment Methods

Activated Carbon

Effectiveness 90%

Granular activated carbon can remove many PFAS

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Reverse Osmosis

Effectiveness 95%

Most effective for PFAS removal

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Ion Exchange

Effectiveness 85%

Effective for certain PFAS compounds

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Regulations & Standards

EPA Regulations

EPA health advisory level of 70 ppt for PFOA and PFOS

Action Level: 70 ppt

Prevalence in FL: 10-20% of homes

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Protect your family from pfas exposure with proper filtration.

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PFAS in Drinking Water

Health Effects

Short-term Effects

Long-term Effects

Common Sources

Detection & Testing

Specialized laboratory testing

EPA Method 537.1

Professional analysis only

Removal & Treatment Methods

Activated Carbon

Reverse Osmosis

Ion Exchange

Regulations & Standards

EPA Regulations

Take Action

Related Contaminants

Nitrates

Chlorine

Lead