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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Vishwam Sankaran

Scientists find alarming effect of forever chemicals in honeybees

Toxic "forever chemicals" can accumulate in honeybee colonies and transfer to their honey, and potentially threaten food security and human health, Australian scientists warn in a new study.

These chemicals, called perfluorooctanesulfonate (PFOS), are widely used in stain-resistant fabrics, non-stick cookware, firefighting foams, and electronics, and persist in the environment as they do not break down easily.

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