October 28, 2024 • 19 mins
In this episode, Dr. Terra Vincent-Hall, Senior Toxicologist at the Exposure Science Program, Health Outcomes Military Exposures, shares her expertise in per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS). She discusses what PFAS are, various ways in which Veterans may have been exposed to PFAS, and steps healthcare providers can take to address any PFAS-related health concerns. This discussion was recorded August 2023.
RESOURCES PFAS - Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances - Public Health (va.gov): Includes information on PFAS military exposures and associated health concerns
Guidance on PFAS Exposure, Testing, and Clinical Follow-Up | The National Academies Press: Provides guidance on PFAS exposure, testing, and clinical follow-up
Learn about PFAS | ATSDR (cdc.gov): CDC website on PFAS and PFAS exposure
Exposure Ed | VA Mobile: VA’s Exposure Ed App
RESOURCES PFAS - Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances - Public Health (va.gov): Includes information on PFAS military exposures and associated health concerns
Guidance on PFAS Exposure, Testing, and Clinical Follow-Up | The National Academies Press: Provides guidance on PFAS exposure, testing, and clinical follow-up
Learn about PFAS | ATSDR (cdc.gov): CDC website on PFAS and PFAS exposure
Exposure Ed | VA Mobile: VA’s Exposure Ed App
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