Dartmouth Research Uncovers Hidden Dangers in Popular Seafoods

Research emphasizes establishing safety guidelines for “forever” chemicals in seafood
A study led by Dartmouth indicates that regular consumption of seafood may increase the risk of exposure to PFAS, a group of pervasive and persistent man-made toxins also referred to as “forever chemicals.”

The findings stress the need for more stringent public health guidelines that establish the amount of seafood people can safely consume to limit their exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, the researchers report in the journal Exposure and Health. This need is especially urgent for coastal regions such as New England where a legacy of industry and PFAS pollution bumps up against a cultural predilection for fish, the authors write.