Babies Are Exposed to More Forever Chemicals in Utero Than Previously Thought
Nautilus • 2/19/2026
Summary
New research indicates that babies are exposed to a higher level of PFAS, known as forever chemicals, in utero than previously thought. This finding is based on studies of umbilical cord blood.
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