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Synthetic turf fields, forever chemicals and the safer alternative: Organic grass

CALIFORNIA – A preliminary experiment conducted by Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility reveals concerning levels of toxic per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances on the skin of soccer players and coaches after playing on artificial turf fields.

The Washington Post reported March 12, on the PEER test results, which found PFAS levels increased on the skin in three out of four participants following soccer matches on artificial turf.

In contrast, no similar increase was observed after games on natural grass fields. The presence of PFAS is alarming due to their association with several s...

 

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