How toxic chemicals quietly took over our lives

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<p>Forever chemicals, also known as PFAS, are found in virtually every corner of the world, including in most people&rsquo;s bodies. These synthetic compounds have been linked to a wide range of health issues &mdash; from infertility to cancer to neurological problems &mdash; even at low levels of exposure. In a new book, <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/they-poisoned-the-world/id6736963203" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>They Poisoned the World: Life and Death in the Age of Forever Chemicals</em></a>, investigative journalist Mariah Blake lays out how these toxic chemicals became so ubiquitous. Blake spoke with <em>Apple News In Conversation </em>host Shumita Basu about a group of unlikely activists&nbsp;fighting back against those responsible and offers practical tips to protect yourself.<br /><br /><p><em>For some resources recommended by Blake, go to the&nbsp;</em><a href="https://www.nsf.org/consumer-resources/articles/pfas-drinking-water" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>National Science Foundation</em></a><em>&rsquo;s page on PFAS in drinking water.</em></p>