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The PFASt and the Furious: Endocrine Expressway

The PFASt and the Furious: Endocrine Expressway

FromUnbiased Science


The PFASt and the Furious: Endocrine Expressway

FromUnbiased Science

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Length:
63 minutes
Released:
Nov 1, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

Description

On this week's podcast episode, we tackle a topic that is splashed across every news outlet - PFAS and, more broadly, endocrine disruptors. To cover this very important issue we are joined by TWO experts: a toxicologist and a clinical endocrinologist. We start with an overview of the endocrine system and endocrine disruptors, both natural and synthetic. We then focus on PFAS specifically-- what they are, how risk is assessed, sources of PFAS, and other important concepts like bioaccumulation. We discuss perceived risk versus actual risk and myths and misconceptions about PFAS and endocrine disruptors that have led to a lot of public fear and anxiety. This is a very complex and nuanced discussion, so you'll need to tune in for all the details!
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Released:
Nov 1, 2023
Format:
Podcast episode

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Dr. Jessica Steier, a public-health expert, and Dr. Andrea Love, an immunology expert, are the hosts of Unbiased Science, a podcast devoted to objective, critical appraisal of available evidence on health-related topics relevant to listeners’ daily lives. Follow them on Instagram at www.instagram.com/unbiasedscipod