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Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

The Student News Site of Northern Illinois University

Northern Star

A photo pictures a non-stick pan sitting on a stove. Opinion Columnist Lucy Atkinson believes people should be aware of objects with PFAs or "Forever Chemicals" as they pose a risk to our health and environment. (Ethan Rodriguez | Northern Star)

Opinion: Be wary of your non-stick pan

By Lucy Atkinson, Opinion Columnist | October 26, 2025

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAs) or “forever chemicals” may seem reminiscent of a Mary Shelley novel, but these substances are a very real scare. They’re in our everyday homes, habits and bodies, and they shouldn’t be ignored. The...

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