I’m truly honored to have contributed to this paper alongside a wonderful group of researchers. Our work, published in Foods (MDPI), explores the global impact of PFASs, their long-term health effects, and governance in food systems.
Thank you to everyone involved in this research—your insights and dedication made this collaboration a great learning experience.
ABSTRACT:
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFASs) are everywhere, including food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. This review introduces PFASs comprehensively, discussing their nature and identifying their interconnection with microplastics and their impacts on public health and the environment. The human cost of decades of delay, cover-ups, and mismanagement of PFASs and plastic waste is outlined and briefly explained. Following that, PFASs and long-term health effects are critically assessed. Risk assessment is then critically reviewed, mentioning different tools and models. Scientific research and health impacts in the United States of America are critically analyzed, considering the Center for Disease Control (CDC)’s PFAS Medical Studies and Guidelines. PFAS impact and activities studies worldwide have focused on PFAS levels in food products and dietary intake in countries such as China, Europe, the USA and Australia. Moreover, PFASs in drinking water and food are outlined about risks, mitigation, and regulatory needs, considering chemical contaminants in food and their impact on health and safety. Finally, PFAS impact and activities briefings specific to regions worldwide are discussed, referring to Australia, Vietnam, Canada, Europe, the United States of America (USA), South America, and Africa. The PFAS crisis is a multifaceted issue, exacerbated by mismanagement, and it is discussed in the context of applying the following problem-solving analytical tools: the Domino Effect Model of accident causation, the Swiss Cheese Theory Model, and the Ishikawa Fish Bone Root Cause Analysis. Last but not least, PFASs’ impacts on the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of 2030 are rigorously discussed.
https://www.mdpi.com/2304-8158/14/6/958
