Lawmakers will convene for a work session Tuesday afternoon to discuss a resolution addressing the presence of cancer-causing chemicals in firefighting gear.

What set Racioppi’s training apart was that he fought his first fires in turnout gear free of PFAS, which is an abbreviation for perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, described as ...

As the legislative session gains momentum, New York lawmakers are set to announce new bills aimed at protecting residents ...

The latest NIST study provides more information about exposure risk for firefighters from their firefighting protective gear.

An investigation into fluoroelastomer watch bands has revealed high levels of perfluorohexanoic acid (PFHxA), a short-chain ...

Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, also known as PFAS, are man-made synthetic chemicals with substantial fire and water-resistant properties. While many PFAS reached consumer goods markets ...

I’ve laid out how you can go about making sure a band you’re considering is PFAS-free and recommended a few alternatives. Brands will often label a smartwatch wrist band with PFHxA as a ...