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Exposure to 'forever chemicals' before birth linked to higher blood pressure in kids The association was stronger for teens, boys and Black children.
Prenatal exposure to a class of dangerous, widely used chemicals could be linked to your child having high blood pressure as a teen.
In boys, higher exposure to the forever chemical PFDeA was linked to a 9% greater risk of high blood pressure from ages 6 to 12, and a 17% greater risk during the teen years.
A teen with high blood pressure is more likely to become an adult with heart disease. Prenatal exposure to PFAS may put kids at greater risk, a new study found.
Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) -- toxic chemicals found in products like nonstick pans and personal care items -- can linger in the body for up to 20 years, earning them the nickname ...
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