Overall, the discussions strongly agree on the article's revelations about corporate concealment of PFAS toxicity and its consequences, using words like 'cover-up,' 'confession,' and 'covering up,' which convey both outrage and urgency. Interest is heightened by references to scientific studies and calls to action, while posts actively analyze tactics used by industry, emphasizing the potential for policy impact and increased public awareness.
AgreementModerate agreement
Most discussions acknowledge the credibility and importance of the article, highlighting industry cover-ups and regulatory failures.
InterestHigh interest
The topic of industrial influence on chemical safety appears highly compelling, with many posts referencing related studies and urging public action.
EngagementModerate engagement
Several posts actively analyze specific findings, cite scientific papers, and call for policy changes, indicating meaningful engagement.
ImpactHigh impact
Multiple comments suggest the publication could influence public awareness and policy, emphasizing the need for transparency and regulation.
Abstract in brief
PFAS (per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances) are long-lasting chemicals that accumulate in humans and the environment, raising global health concerns since their toxicity wasn't fully recognized until the late 1990s despite being in use since the 1940s.
An analysis of secret industry documents reveals that manufacturers were aware of PFAS's high toxicity by 1970, long before public awareness, and employed tactics similar to those used by the tobacco industry, including suppressing negative research.
The findings highlight the need for greater transparency in industry research to better inform public health policies and avoid the suppression of crucial health information regarding hazardous chemicals.
Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science." Please send it to your elected representatives and demand that they do something about it.
https://t.co/TGKbBUCsV0 https://t.co/MjiFlhf0Iu
Jun 3, 2023 · 112 likes · 35 shares · 275,202 followersView post →
DP
Dr. Kyla Bennett, PEER
@bennettpeer · X
WHY do we allow industry to capture/sway our government agencies/elected officials?
And the $64,000 question: WHY does industry think they will not suffer the same as the rest of us? You can only buy clean air, soil, water, and food up to a point.
https://t.co/FYiwiNvJpn https://t.co/Hkv7YRzT1H
Jun 8, 2023 · 19 likes · 8 shares · 2,688 followersView post →
PR
Piotr Rieske
@rieske_piotr · X
1/13 Kolejna niepokojąca publikacja na temat szkodliwego działania związków PFAS. Wykazują działania paranowotworowe, mają związek z ch. serca, negatywnie odbijają się na rozwoju dzieci, układzie odpornościowym itp. https://t.co/4B4KkC12Wq
Jun 5, 2023 · 18 likes · 6 shares · 2,537 followersView post →
VV
✯Vixen Valentino✯
@vixenvalentino · X
Our review of industry documents shows that companies knew #PFAS was “highly toxic when inhaled and moderately toxic when ingested” by 1970, forty years before the public health community.
https://t.co/ACqAZXusS5
This was a heartbreaking story. But important context was missing. Crucially, companies *knew* PFAS was toxic and covered it up. See work by Gaber, Bero & Woodruff medsky
Read this study and ask why any sane person or @EPA should care, whatsoever, about what 'industry' or the ACC claims about #PFAS. They've made billions, knowingly poisoned entire communities (globally) for decades, and want to keep at it. It's despicable.
https://t.co/i0yihNVKp2 https://t.co/kh5rycZ204
Jun 7, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 2,780 followersView post →
PFAS chemicals are widespread and linked to serious health issues. This video explains what they are, their origins, and how to reduce exposure, highlighting industry influence and the importance of transparency for…
This video discusses two alarming deceptions over recent years that media have overlooked, focusing on industry influence on PFAS chemicals. It highlights how manufacturers knew of their toxicity decades ago and…
PFAS are long-lasting chemicals that accumulate in humans and the environment. Industry documents reveal awareness of their high toxicity since the 1970s, yet negative research was often suppressed. Greater transparency…
There's a lot of misinformation about nonstick chemicals like Teflon. Scientific studies show these chemicals are toxic, and recent regulations in Canada and the US aim to restrict their use. Learn how to discuss safer…
PFAS chemicals found in nonstick cookware are toxic to humans, animals, and the environment. This video discusses alternative materials and highlights industry suppression of health risks, emphasizing the importance of…
This video examines how industry documents reveal early awareness of PFAS toxicity and the tactics used to suppress this information, highlighting the importance of transparency for public health.
The video explores the environmental and health risks associated with PFAS, known as forever chemicals, and the challenges of their bioremediation. It emphasizes the importance of understanding microbial mechanisms to…
Aug 10, 2025 · 4 likes · 1 share · 3,745 followersView post →
C
chatdeluge
@chatdeluge1 · X
@SecKennedy @seanhannity
Apr 19, 2025 · 1 like · 1,398 followersView post →
C
chatdeluge
@chatdeluge1 · X
5 Ways to avoid Forever Chemicals PFAS, PFOS, PFOA & MILLIONS More! https://t.co/yySJHveNou via @YouTube
AND STILL MORE THINGS THAT WILL MAKE YOU SICK AND INFERTAL
RFKjr. has a lot more to look into other than vaccines relating to autism
Apr 19, 2025 · 1 like · 1,398 followersView post →
SS
Stefanie Stidham
@StidhamSte77386 · X
RT @KenDBerryMD: Forever Chemicals PFAS in your water & your food!
Here's 5 ways to minimize your exposure...
Watch: https://t.co/PmM3aVAk…
Mar 2, 2025 · 39 shares · 536 followersView post →
+17m "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on #PFAS Science" June https://t.co/o7mSe9GN94 https://t.co/cmMlhZpCyk https://t.co/Po3HHo2FNX
@varmays @ceulemans_wim @Apache_be @andypieters Kijk een naar de documentaire Dark Waters:
https://t.co/8LEgyNUOQl
U kletst maar wat uit uw nek zonder enige bron te vermelden. Ik zal er u twee geven:
https://t.co/51KJWLPJiJ
https://t.co/bVxNgqIRzy
This was a heartbreaking story. But important context was missing. Crucially, companies *knew* PFAS was toxic and covered it up. See work by Gaber, Bero & Woodruff medsky
@whostigran @ThorTorrens @Timcast The largest teflon pan manufacturers have literally been actively suppressing information that they're poisoning you.
https://t.co/I43uerQIqT
Our review of industry documents shows that companies knew #PFAS was “highly toxic when inhaled and moderately toxic when ingested” by 1970, forty years before the public health community.
https://t.co/ACqAZXusS5
45% of our drinking water is contaminated with Forever Chemicals
5 Ways to avoid Forever Chemicals PFAS, PFOS, PFOA & MILLIONS More! https://t.co/UAPFYA1ENS
@RobertKennedyJr @nypost It’s not as if there aren’t enough real conspiracies to go around.
https://t.co/RWMDpHoi92 via @AOGH_journal
https://t.co/brTh9PGqq2 via @env_int_journal
https://t.co/Xu4hZo9gCK via @EnvSciTech
https://t.co/CuPf0PFMml via @ScienceMagazine
Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Las industrias de agrotóxicos lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía a romper el silencio.
https://t.co/wfI2OfQuYF
https://t.co/Yt4iBSpwCM
Jul 1, 2023 · 1 like · 1 share · 2,048 followersView post →
SP
Stephen Pimentel
@StephenPiment · X
The Devil They Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science https://t.co/FQYMfrSalS
RT @BonneauLine: Scientifiques révèlent 50 ans de mensonges autour #PFAS . NON au synthétique ds Mackenzie-King. @Val_Plante @MaMauger #po…
Jun 20, 2023 · 1 share · 1,035 followersView post →
LB
Line Bonneau
@BonneauLine · X
Scientifiques révèlent 50 ans de mensonges autour #PFAS . NON au synthétique ds Mackenzie-King. @Val_Plante @MaMauger #polmtl @projetmontreal @EnsembleMtl @Santepub_Mtl @cremtl https://t.co/7bwi1DiXsP
Jun 20, 2023 · 3 likes · 1 share · 215 followersView post →
KR
Karina Restrepo
@verravitu150483 · X
RT @BriGuy385: Recent Article on PFAS, "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science"
https://t.c…
RT @JohnMashey: @NaumerTenney @AdamParkhomenko @MeidasTouch And then there's PFAS "forever" chemcials:
https://t.co/SNNu1G7ciQ
Cites a good…
Jun 18, 2023 · 1 share · 2,278 followersView post →
JM
@JohnMashey@(mstdn.social,bsky.social) John Mashey
@JohnMashey · X
@NaumerTenney @AdamParkhomenko @MeidasTouch And then there's PFAS "forever" chemcials:
https://t.co/SNNu1G7ciQ
Cites a good paper by @UCSF folks:
https://t.co/ZEs8VgjTAc
Companies knew ... and used same tactics as Big Tobacco & Big Fossil...
Jun 18, 2023 · 2 likes · 1 share · 3,743 followersView post →
UL
UCSF Library
@ucsf_library · X
RT @industrydocs: New Paper Alert!
The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on #PFAS Science
#chemicalindu…
Jun 15, 2023 · 5 shares · 2,690 followersView post →
GP
Giuseppe Palermo
@Giusepp73917135 · X
Qui il link all'art.: https://t.co/d8t662N5AD https://t.co/e5kaqNxqcc
New Paper Alert!
The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on #PFAS Science
#chemicalindustry #archive @UCSF
#DuPont #3M #theyknew
https://t.co/OBz9UwBDrs
Jun 14, 2023 · 4 likes · 5 shares · 2,518 followersView post →
TW
Thejas Wesley
@ThejasWesley · X
Jun 12, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 217 followersView post →
A
Ayeshabarber
@Ayeshakbarber · X
RT @pfasprojectnh: The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science - Annals of Global Health.. how d…
RT @gwenhubkaalbert: "The paper, “The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science,” was published in…
Jun 10, 2023 · 1 share · 2,192 followersView post →
GA
Gwendolyn Hubka Albert
@gwenhubkaalbert · X
"The paper, “The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science,” was published in the journal Annals of Global Health."
Makers of PFAS "Forever Chemicals" Covered Up Health Risks, Secret Industry Documents Reveal https://t.co/iyQZqn0uI6
Jun 10, 2023 · 1 share · 1,305 followersView post →
FM
Faith McGown
@faithmcgown · X
Dupont and 3M used same tactics tobacco industry employed to delay public awareness of the toxicity of PFAS chemicals and delay regulation | The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science - Annals of Global Health https://t.co/eeipIvssgE
“Significant legal, political and public health consequences” https://t.co/wP7cNJU2U9 They spread ignorance at the expense of human health; suppressed early warnings all to protect a product #PFAS #foreverchemicals #AB1423 https://t.co/JYRwIThIDG
RT @bennettpeer: WHY do we allow industry to capture/sway our government agencies/elected officials?
And the $64,000 question: WHY does i…
Jun 8, 2023 · 8 shares · 1,047 followersView post →
DH
Dave Peterson (He/Him) Ⓥ
@FedUpWithBadAir · X
RT @bennettpeer: WHY do we allow industry to capture/sway our government agencies/elected officials?
And the $64,000 question: WHY does i…
Jun 8, 2023 · 8 shares · 2,792 followersView post →
BN
Beverly Nichols
@beverlynichols · X
RT @bennettpeer: WHY do we allow industry to capture/sway our government agencies/elected officials?
And the $64,000 question: WHY does i…
Jun 8, 2023 · 8 shares · 4,080 followersView post →
DP
Dr. Kyla Bennett, PEER
@bennettpeer · X
WHY do we allow industry to capture/sway our government agencies/elected officials?
And the $64,000 question: WHY does industry think they will not suffer the same as the rest of us? You can only buy clean air, soil, water, and food up to a point.
https://t.co/FYiwiNvJpn https://t.co/Hkv7YRzT1H
Jun 8, 2023 · 19 likes · 8 shares · 2,688 followersView post →
JU
JabroniCoin.USD
@TheBenSchmark · X
Paper in Annals of Global health documenting how 3M & DuPont systematically concealed harms of PFAS, and subsequent the billions of dollars of global health and environmental liabilities.
Two dogs died… smh
$MMM $DD
https://t.co/FM5JK9EO3V https://t.co/RsKw2RF3Pt
Jun 8, 2023 · 3 likes · 6,090 followersView post →
NP
Nicholas (@ultimape) Perry
@ultimape.bsky.wovensoup.com · Bluesky
"legal disclosures and investigative reporting have uncovered evidence that companies that manufacture PFAS learned of their toxic effects on human health and the environment long before the public health community." https://annalsofglobalhealth.org/articles/10.5334/aogh.4013
The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science - Annals of Global Health.. how did this all get rubber stamped? We need a government that works for the people, not corporate America @POTUS @EPA https://t.co/vChDKpDUAw
Jun 7, 2023 · 6 likes · 2 shares · 1,047 followersView post →
E
Eamonn
@oneileamonn · X
RT @pfoaprojectny1: Read this study and ask why any sane person or @EPA should care, whatsoever, about what 'industry' or the ACC claims ab…
Read this study and ask why any sane person or @EPA should care, whatsoever, about what 'industry' or the ACC claims about #PFAS. They've made billions, knowingly poisoned entire communities (globally) for decades, and want to keep at it. It's despicable.
https://t.co/i0yihNVKp2 https://t.co/kh5rycZ204
Jun 7, 2023 · 6 likes · 1 share · 2,780 followersView post →
G
giocchinoM
@giocchinoM · X
The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science https://t.co/OSmwMgF1yf #auspol #toxicChemicals
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 5, 2023 · 49 shares · 455 followersView post →
KW
Katherine Wolf
@katherinewolf · X
RT @lizabio: A new paper from @TraceyJWoodruff et al. analyzes internal documents from major #PFAS manufacturers DuPont and 3M and reveals…
Jun 5, 2023 · 18 shares · 824 followersView post →
MT
Marta Trafidło
@mar_traf · X
RT @rieske_piotr: 1/13 Kolejna niepokojąca publikacja na temat szkodliwego działania związków PFAS. Wykazują działania paranowotworowe, maj…
Jun 5, 2023 · 6 shares · 2,133 followersView post →
J
Jacek
@Jacagdy · X
RT @rieske_piotr: 1/13 Kolejna niepokojąca publikacja na temat szkodliwego działania związków PFAS. Wykazują działania paranowotworowe, maj…
Jun 5, 2023 · 6 shares · 1,066 followersView post →
PR
Piotr Rieske
@rieske_piotr · X
1/13 Kolejna niepokojąca publikacja na temat szkodliwego działania związków PFAS. Wykazują działania paranowotworowe, mają związek z ch. serca, negatywnie odbijają się na rozwoju dzieci, układzie odpornościowym itp. https://t.co/4B4KkC12Wq
Jun 5, 2023 · 18 likes · 6 shares · 2,537 followersView post →
H
Helua
@HeluaBilbo · X
RT @dophin11: Las industrias de agrotóxicos lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía a r…
Las industrias de agrotóxicos lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía a romper el silencio.
The secret push to bury a weedkiller’s link to Parkinson’s disease.
https://t.co/gPyWRzQA1X
https://t.co/zdDsV43gLn
Jun 5, 2023 · 1 share · 4,042 followersView post →
N
NoGracias
@nogracias_eu · X
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 5, 2023 · 49 shares · 9,583 followersView post →
PL
Pau Lozano
@PauPirineus · X
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 5, 2023 · 49 shares · 1,813 followersView post →
RC
Rita Cuesta
@ritacuesta_ · X
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 5, 2023 · 49 shares · 1,060 followersView post →
A
AdelinaG
@AdelinaG20 · X
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 5, 2023 · 49 shares · 378 followersView post →
IC
imma prat costa
@immapratcosta · X
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 5, 2023 · 49 shares · 561 followersView post →
E
Ermitaño 2000
@2000Ermitano · X
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 4, 2023 · 49 shares · 713 followersView post →
N
Núria
@NuriaLlibertat2 · X
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 4, 2023 · 49 shares · 3,983 followersView post →
R
Rosa
@CalamityRose · X
RT @JuanGrvas: Produce enfermedad de Parkinson. Lo sabían y lo ocultaron y mantuvieron una estrategia contra los científicos que se atrevía…
Jun 4, 2023 · 49 shares · 278 followersView post →
内
内田
@uchida_kawasaki · X
RT @sirenamel: 論文はこちら “The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science” by Nadia Gaber, Lisa Bero an…
Jun 4, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,924 followersView post →
SY
seki_yo
@seki_yo · X
RT @sirenamel: 論文はこちら “The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science” by Nadia Gaber, Lisa Bero an…
Jun 4, 2023 · 2 shares · 1,362 followersView post →
MO
Masami mel Kawamura Ph.D, IPP Okinawa
@sirenamel · X
論文はこちら “The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science” by Nadia Gaber, Lisa Bero and Tracey J. Woodruff, 1 June 2023, Annals of Global Health.
DOI: 10.5334/aogh.4013
Jun 4, 2023 · 1 like · 2 shares · 4,401 followersView post →
S
snarky ☮️
@notthatcute · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 4, 2023 · 35 shares · 1,762 followersView post →
BB
Brandon Burt
@BrockSuede · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 415 followersView post →
W
wEthEpEoplE
@MrHeKtorV · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 240 followersView post →
S
Su
@suceress · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 844 followersView post →
T
Theresa
@lilmama4180 · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 893 followersView post →
DD
Doctor Murder, M.D.☮️
@Rottenplanet · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 871 followersView post →
BT
Blue Tyrannosaurus
@Aquariuster · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 243 followersView post →
FW
Fifty Shades of Whey
@davenewworld_2 · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 275,202 followersView post →
D
@deaf258
@deaf258 · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 3,245 followersView post →
H
Hatshepsut
@nubgal · X
RT @davenewworld_2: Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science…
Jun 3, 2023 · 35 shares · 293 followersView post →
FW
Fifty Shades of Whey
@davenewworld_2 · X
Here's a link to a study titled "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science." Please send it to your elected representatives and demand that they do something about it.
https://t.co/TGKbBUCsV0 https://t.co/MjiFlhf0Iu
Jun 3, 2023 · 112 likes · 35 shares · 275,202 followersView post →
Q
Qpereza
@Lolorenen · X
Luego, que si tienes cáncer porque no haces deporte y te alimentas mal, y tal. Suma y sigue. Estudio "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science", de Nadia Gaber, Lisa Bero, Tracey J. Woodruff, de la Universidad de California. https://t.co/OpMtjzNLGX
Recent Article on PFAS, "The Devil they Knew: Chemical Documents Analysis of Industry Influence on PFAS Science"
https://t.co/ljDdLgCAG7
Linked from 5/31/2023 publication by University of California San Francisco:
https://t.co/a6GeKdamGH
@IAFFPresident @PapagniForPFFM
Jun 1, 2023 · 1 like · 2 shares · 153 followersView post →
https://doi.org/10.1039/d1em00306b. https://doi.org/10.5334/aogh.4013. Kamali, M., Khodaparast, Z., 2015. Review on recent developments on pulp and paper
20250515165506dupont Pfas Chemical Scandal | PDF | Du Pont ...
News
https://doi.org/10.5334/aogh.4013. Johnston, S. F. (2011). Making the Invisible Engineer Visible: DuPont and the Recognition of. Nuclear Expertise. Technology ...
12. Substantially Underestimated PFAS Pollution in Diverse Ghana's ...
News
10.5334/aogh.4013. Abunada, Z., Alazaiza, M.Y.D., Bashir, M.J.K., 2020. An overview of per- and Gar Alalm, M., Boffito, D.C., 2022. Mechanisms and pathways ...
MAHA Report: Making Our Children Healthy Again | PDF | Chronic ...
News
doi: 10.5334/aogh.4013. PMID: 37273487; PMCID: PMC10237242. The President's Make America Healthy Again Commission. 44 ○ Secondary analysis of approximately ...
14. Advancing PFAS Characterization - Enhancing the Total ...
News
org/10.5334/aogh.4013. ... Jinxia Liu – Project administration, resources, writing (review and Cohort. ... polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) from feed into the eggs ...