The abbreviation PFAS stands for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances. It is a collective name for chemicals that are man-made. The fabrics are heat-resistant and dirt- and water-repellent. For example, they are found in non-stick raincoats, but also in fire-fighting foam. PFAS end up in the environment and ultimately in our bodies. Once in your blood, they almost never leave. It can lead to cancer, miscarriages and birth defects, among other things, as well as hormonal problems, tear duct problems and heart disease.
PFAS in ditch in Utrecht Veemarkt district
