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New study makes concerning discovery about protective gear issued to firefighters: 'We still don't know what this means'
Firefighters are already exposed to many risks to their well-being. The gear they wear and tools they use to keep themselves ...
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Protective Gear Poses Hidden Risks To Firefighters Battling LA Wildfires
and wildland gear. PFAS are often referred to as "forever chemicals" due to their persistence in the environment and human body. These substances have been linked to serious health issues ...
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PFAS detected in firefighter gloves, hoods, and wildland gear
This latest study, published on Dec. 13, analyzed gloves and hoods worn by structural firefighters (those who fight fires in buildings), as well as gear worn by wildland firefighters. The ...