We live in an era where freshwater, the lifeblood of our health, faces threats from pollutants both seen and unseen. A staggering revelation from Health Canada’s bio-monitoring study shows that PFAS—a group of industrial chemicals—lurks in the bloodstream of 98.5% of Canadians. The ubiquity of per and poly-fluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in our environment raises serious concerns about their toxicological impacts on human health.

The detrimental effects of PFAS exposure are diverse and deeply concerning. They have been linked to critical hormonal disruptions, particularly of thyroid hormones, essential for brain function and overall well-being. The evidence suggests a troubling correlation between PFAS and a myriad of health issues, including heightened cholesterol levels, thyroid disorders, increased cancer risk, early onset of menopause, and other adverse health outcomes.

The susceptibility of children to PFAS is especially alarming, given their developmental reliance on a robust endocrine system. As such, the perturbation of thyroid function by PFAS in adults underscores the imperative for thorough research into their endocrine effects on children.

In the face of these challenges, NU-Gen PFA Filtration emerges as a beacon of hope. Our innovative mixed matrix membrane system boasts minuscule pore sizes (~1 nm) tailor-made to eliminate PFAS from drinking water. We invite you to explore our cutting-edge solution and join us in ushering in a new era of water purity. Visit our website to discover the science behind our technology and be part of the revolution for cleaner water.