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Alcohol and "Forever Chemicals" a Toxic Mix

Study finds heavy alcohol use and "forever chemicals" take a heavy toll on the liver.

08/19/2025

Kentucky Edition

Alcohol and "Forever Chemicals" a Toxic Mix

Clip: Season 4 Episode 37 | 6m 2sVideo has Closed Captions

Study finds heavy alcohol use and "forever chemicals" take a heavy toll on the liver.

We all know that heavy alcohol consumption can cause liver damage. Now, new evidence shows that "forever chemicals" worsen that damage, according to a recent study from the University of Louisville. Our Christie Dutton spoke with two UofL researchers from this study about the health impact.

08/19/2025

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