In this insightful episode of Paul Talks Science, host Paul Adepoju, PhD explores the hidden dangers of PFAS chemicals with Hailey Hampson, PhD, a Postdoctoral Fellow at the University of South Carolina and the University of Washington. Hailey, the lead author of a groundbreaking study on PFAS and kidney function, uncovers the complex relationship between these "forever chemicals," gut microbiomes, and chronic kidney disease.
Together, they dive into the biological mechanisms behind PFAS toxicity, revealing how these pollutants disrupt gut bacteria and lead to kidney damage. They also discuss the public health implications, challenges in regulating PFAS, and the socioeconomic inequities surrounding exposure.
This conversation draws on Hailey’s latest research published in Science of The Total Environment and her interview with The Revelator, providing a comprehensive look at the impact of PFAS on human health and the environment.
