Special Episode #2 on PFAS: Dr. Gail Carlson, Colby College

Welcome to our second special episode of Healthy Maine Talks focused on PFAS (recorded Friday, August 23rd). Background:On Monday, August 19th, more than a thousand gallons of AFFF fire fighting foam containing high concentrations of PFAS-- a class of "forever chemicals" associated with significant health concerns--was accidentally discharged at the Brunswick Executive Airport due to a malfunctioning fire suppression system. For this episode, Matt interviews Dr. Gail Carlson, Assistant Professor of Environmental Studies at Colby College. Dr. Carlson's research focuses on chemical pollution in Maine, including PFAS.You can also check out this recent Portland Press Herald article, which includes Dr. Carlson's reactions to the initial testing of the Brunswick spill site.*This Healthy Maine Talks episode is supported by the New England Public Health Training Center*