PFAS in Water Harm Babies and Cost Society — English Level A1

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.

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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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