Shantal Riley, an award-winning journalist with a focus on environmental health, joins the discussion on PFAS contamination in Newburgh, New York. She uncovers how toxic 'forever chemicals' from firefighting foam have infiltrated the water supply, affecting the health of local residents. The alarming links to high cholesterol, blood pressure, and heart disease are examined, alongside the community's struggle for awareness and action. With a CDC study underway, the urgency for stricter regulations and advocacy gains prominence in this ongoing environmental crisis.
