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HELENA — The state of Montana is providing updated guidance on consuming wild-caught fish following a study that found potentially harmful chemicals in some fish populations.The study looked at per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, known as “PFAS,” or “forever chemicals,” in Montana fish. The Interagency Fish Consumption Advisory Group, comprised of representatives from the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services (DPHHS), the Montana Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ), and the Montana Fish, Wildlife, and Parks (FWP), then updated the consumption guidance based on its findings.(Noted: Montana updates fish consumption guidelines regarding ‘permanent chemicals’) Montana updates fish consumption guidelines regarding…

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