26 Bandage Brands Found with PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’

Bandages meant to help us heal might be exposing us to harmful chemicals linked to cancer. Tests show that common brands like Band-Aid and CVS Health contain concerning levels of chemicals that are highly resistant to degradation. Recent testing unveiled a troubling discovery: 26 out of 40 tested bandages contain chemicals called PFAS. These chemicals showed up in levels from 11 to 329 parts per million. PFAS aren’t some harmless additive – they’re the same chemicals that health experts have linked to cancer, decreased fertility, and weakened immune system performance. “It’s troubling to learn that bandages placed upon open wounds … Continue reading 26 Bandage Brands Found with PFAS ‘Forever Chemicals’