Forever Chemicals Linked to Band-Aids [Video]

A new report claims that a type of “forever chemical” has been indicated to be present in adhesive bandages from popular brands like Band-Aids and Curad — as well as in-store brands from CVS, Wal-Mart, and Target.

An independent lab test found organic fluorine — which studies say can indicate the presence of PFAS, aka, “forever chemicals” —  in the adhesives, and on the absorbent pads. The lab’s findings were reported on the advocacy blog Mamavation, which teamed up with Environmental Health Sciences to have the samples tested at an Environmental Protection Agency-certified lab.

Short for per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances, PFAS are “are a group of chemicals used to make fluoropolymer coatings and products that resist heat, oil, stains, grease, and water,” the CDC explains, explaining that they do not break down in the environment, and “can move through soils and contaminate drinking water sources.” 

There is no indication that the bandages have caused negative health effects from PFAs.

PFAS are concerning, the CDC …