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PFAS in Water Harm Babies and Cost Society (Level A1) — A baby being washed in a kitchen sink

PFAS in Water Harm Babies and Cost SocietyCEFR A1

18 Dec 2025

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Adapted from U. Arizona, Futurity • CC BY 4.0

Photo by Julia Michelle, Unsplash

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  • A study found PFAS in local water.
  • PFAS are called "forever chemicals".
  • PFAS in water hurt babies.
  • More babies were born too early.
  • More babies had low birth weight.
  • More infants died in their first year.
  • Cleaning water can make babies healthier.
  • Using a home water filter can help.

Difficult words

  • study — work by researchers to find facts
  • chemical — a substance used in products or industry
    chemicals
  • infant — a baby in the first months or year
    infants
  • filter — a device that cleans water at home
  • local — nearby or in the same area

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Discussion questions

  • Do you use a home water filter?
  • Is clean water important for babies?
  • Have you heard the name "forever chemicals"?

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