Belgium: PFAS pollution: what can general practitioners do?

The article discussed the growing concerns regarding the impact of (per- and polyfluoroalkylated) PFAS on public health, underscoring the importance for general practitioners to comprehensively grasp this matter and advise patients effectively. It emphasizes that, in accordance with the law, doctors bear both a legal and moral responsibility to provide clear information on PFAS-related health risks. Additionally, this duty aligns with the provisions of the Aarhus Convention, signed by Belgium, which sets the State's obligation to guarantee access to environmental information, public participation, and access to justice in environmental matters.