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PFASs: very persistent chemicals

Updated on 12/04/2024

Over the years, these properties of persistence, mobility and accumulation in living organisms have led to the human population being increasingly exposed to PFASs.According to EFSA (2020), seafood, eggs and meat are the foods that contribute most to PFOS and PFOA exposure. Drinking water can also be a source of exposure, as can indoor and outdoor air, dust and contaminated soil. Occupational exposure to PFASs can occur in a number of industrial sectors, including the chemical industry, textile processing and electronics manufacturing, as well as from their use in fire-fighting. The highest blood contamination levels are found among workers at PFAS manufacturing sites (ECHA, 2023).

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Acide Gras Omega 3 Omega-3 fatty acids

Updated on 24/05/2022

Omega-3 fatty acids are a group of essential fatty acids. They include essential fatty acids that are: necessary for the development and proper functioning of the human body, but that cannotunable to be manufactured by our bodies, and conditionally essential fatty acids, i.e. those necessary for the development and proper functioning of the human body but that can. They can nevertheless be manufactured from their precursor if itthis has been provided by food. Find out about the role of these fatty acids and the foods that contain them. 

Lipides Fats

Updated on 24/05/2022

Fats, oils, lipids, fatty acids, triglycerides, cholesterol -it can be difficult to find your way through all these terms. Discover the meaning of these terms, the role of fats in the body, food sources of fats and ANSES’s recommendations.

Formaldehyde Identifying alternatives to formaldehyde

Updated on 19/05/2022

What is formaldehyde?Formaldehyde is a chemical compound occurring at room temperature as a colourless and flammable gas. It is often marketed in its liquid form, commonly known as formalin.How does exposure to formaldehyde occur?Formaldehyde is used in many occupational sectors and consumer products.It is a biocidal product used as a disinfectant, fixative and preservative. It is found in DIY and cleaning products, in wall coverings, flooring and furniture panelling and fabrics, plastics and other products.

Influenza Aviaire Avian influenza in 11 questions

Updated on 23/08/2023

Avian influenza is a highly contagious viral infection occurring in wild and domestic birds, including poultry. Wild bird migration periods and movements have an impact on the risk of virus transmission to birds in captivity (on farms, kept as pets or in zoos). Here is a profile of the disease and an overview of ANSES's work to combat the spread of these viruses.

Covid19 COVID-19 research

Updated on 10/05/2022

Working at the interface between human and animal health, in the spirit of "One Health", ANSES's laboratories help provide effective, rapid responses to issues of applied research that can be implemented immediately. As an example, since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, ANSES has been deploying its research teams, its expert knowledge of zoonoses and animal coronaviruses, and its network of laboratories to improve our understanding of SARS-CoV-2 and respond to questions that have arisen from this crisis. Here is an overview of the various projects undertaken by the Agency.

Piscine Disinfectants for swimming pools and spas – be sure to follow the instructions for use

Updated on 04/05/2022

ANSES calls for continued vigilance to avoid accidents when using disinfectant products for swimming pools and spas. The Agency recommends strictly observing the instructions for use and safety precautions, only handling the products outdoors or otherwise in a well-ventilated room, not mixing them together in the same container and storing them away from humidity and heat. These products must also be kept out of the reach of children.   

tournesols What are the health issues and environmental challenges presented by herbicide-tolerant varieties?

Updated on 23/06/2022

Herbicide-tolerant varieties (HTVs) are crop varieties that have been developed to be intentionally tolerant to specific herbicids. In France, HTVs of sunflower and rapeseed have been growing in popularity since the early 2010s. In a changing regulatory context and in order to address public concerns, the Agency has conducted several studies to assess the farming practices reshaped by the use of HTVs and identify their potential risks for farmers, consumers and the environment. We provide an overview of the challenges that need to be overcome to improve the traceability and monitoring of HTVs in France.

Sécurité sanitaire aliments All you need to know about food safety

Updated on 23/06/2022

What are the potential sources of food contamination? What is a foodborne illness? How can I avoid food poisoning? What is salmonellosis and what does it cause? What does the Agency do to ensure that food is safe?On the occasion of World Food Safety Day, we have prepared a special close-up to help you learn more about the challenges of food safety and our work to make food safer for consumers.

Resapath

Updated on 15/09/2022

Since 1982, this unique scheme has been monitoring changes in antimicrobial resistance in all animal species in France. Run by two ANSES laboratories (Lyon and Ploufragan-Plouzané), it coordinates the work of more than 70 departmental laboratories in determining resistance to antimicrobials.

Références Nutritionnelles Dietary reference values for vitamins and minerals

Updated on 20/10/2022

The general term "dietary reference value" covers a set of dietary nutrient intake values that vary according to age and gender, and also according to physical activity levels, physiological status (e.g. pregnancy) and eating habits. These dietary reference values are useful to health professionals, particularly nutrition and dietetics specialists, for developing a balanced, varied diet covering the needs of different population groups in good health (infants, children, adolescents, adults, pregnant and breastfeeding women, the elderly), without leading to excess intakes. This article summarises the functions, food sources and dietary reference values available for all vitamins and minerals.

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