European lawmakers' tests find 'forever chemicals' in their blood
by editors@theworld.org (Orla Barry) from The World: Latest Stories on (#70P1E)
In July, 24 European Union lawmakers agreed to undertake blood tests to check their bodies for forever chemicals," or PFAS. The chemicals have been linked to a host of health problems, including cancer, liver damage and decreased fertility. They are found in everything from nonstick frying pans to pizza boxes. This week, their test results came back. The World's Europe Correspondent Orla Barry has more.