Firefighting Foam & Testicular Cancer
Various manufacturers added PFAS to many consumer and industrial products, including firefighting foam, firefighter turnout gear, and nonstick cookware. These substances are persistent in the environment and can accumulate in the body over time, potentially causing adverse health effects. Firefighting Foam Firefighters use firefighting foam to suppress and extinguish fires, particularly those involving flammable liquids […]
Record $409 Million Jury Verdict
A civil jury awarded $409 million to the parents four-year-old child who died in a traffic crash. The Bossier Parish, Louisiana jury received evidence showing a truck driver ran a red light and crashed into the mother’s vehicle. The parents of Katie Grantham sued the driver and his employer, Stuart Petroleum Testers. The parents alleged […]
Kidney Cancer & PFAS Exposure: What You Need to Know
Kidney cancer, also known as renal cell carcinoma, starts in the kidneys, two bean-shaped organs that filter waste products from the blood and remove them from the body as urine. Researchers have identified several risk factors that may increase a person’s risk of developing the disease. One such risk factor is exposure to perfluoroalkyl and […]
Acrolein in the Air in East Palestine, Ohio
On February 6, 2023, a train carrying acrolein and other chemicals derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, due to overheated bearings. The derailment caused the release of acrolein into the air, posing significant risks to those exposed to surrounding area. Acrolein is a highly toxic and flammable liquid commonly used in the production of plastics, synthetic […]