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. <br /><b></b><br /><b>RESOURCES</b> <a href="https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/pfas.asp" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PFAS - Perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances - Public Health (va.gov)</a>: Includes information on PFAS military exposures and associated health concerns <br /><br /><a href="https://nap.nationalacademies.org/catalog/26156/guidance-on-pfas-exposure-testing-and-clinical-follow-up" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Guidance on PFAS Exposure, Testing, and Clinical Follow-Up | The National Academies Press</a>: Provides guidance on PFAS exposure, testing, and clinical follow-up <br /><br /><a href="https://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/pfas/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Learn about PFAS | ATSDR (cdc.gov)</a>: CDC website on PFAS and PFAS exposure <br /><br /><a href="https://mobile.va.gov/app/exposure-ed" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Exposure Ed | VA Mobile</a>: VA’s Exposure Ed App
