Reducing PFAS, also known as ‘forever chemicals’, in our blood

There is a drug that can significantly lower the levels of PFAS in our blood, but it also has side effects that prevent widespread use. — AFP

A medication for high cholesterol can drastically cut “forever chemicals” (known formally by their acronym PFAS) in the blood, researchers said on Feb 29 (2024).

But the drug was not suitable for widespread and prolonged use because of its side effects, and more research is needed to explore its possible impact on certain chronic health conditions.