What is ATSDR doing?

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PFAS are man-made chemicals that have been used in industry and consumer products since the 1940s. They have been used to make nonstick cookware; water-repellent clothing; stain-resistant fabrics and carpets; some cosmetics; some firefighting foams; and products that resist grease, water, and oil. Scientists are still learning about the health effects of exposure to PFAS. Some studies have shown that PFAS exposure may impact many different body systems.

Map of ATSDR Sites
Map of ATSDR Site Involvement

How is ATSDR Involved in Testing PFAS in the Environment?

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Exposure Assessments
Exposure Assessment Process: Step 1 Community meeting, Step 2 Households selection, Step 3 Blood and urine sampling, Step 4 Environmental sampling, Step 5 Analysis of samples, Step 6 Individual test results sent, Step 7 CDC/ATSDR review of results and writing of report, Step 8 Community event to discuss results

The CDC/ATSDR conducted exposure assessments in communities near current or former military bases. Results and findings are now available.

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Health Studies
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ATSDR is working with cooperative agreement partners to conduct a health study on the health effects of PFAS exposure.

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