Viavi was featured in The Times as part of an article exploring how to reduce exposure to PFAS, often known as “forever chemicals”, in everyday life.
The feature looks at where PFAS can appear in the home, from non-stick cookware and water-repellent clothing to cosmetics, food packaging, dental floss and household products. It also explores why reducing exposure matters, especially as research continues to link long-term PFAS exposure with potential health concerns including cholesterol, fertility, thyroid function, immune health and wider disease risk.
As part of the article, Dr Sabine Donnai, founder of Viavi, shared expert guidance on the practical steps people can take to reduce avoidable exposure without becoming overwhelmed. Her advice focuses on simple, realistic swaps that can make a meaningful difference over time.
Read the article now: 13 ways to avoid PFAS, forever chemicals, in your home
Article details
Publication: The Times
Article: 13 ways to avoid PFAS, forever chemicals, in your home
Published: April 2026
Featuring: Dr Sabine Donnai, founder of Viavi
Topic: PFAS, forever chemicals, environmental toxins, home exposure, preventative health and healthy ageing
Key Takeaways
- Viavi was featured as an expert voice in a wider The Times article about PFAS, also known as forever chemicals.
- The article explores common household sources of PFAS, including cookware, clothing, cosmetics, food packaging and personal care products.
- Dr Sabine Donnai shared practical advice on reducing exposure through everyday swaps and more informed product choices.
- The feature highlights a broader issue in preventative health: environmental toxins can influence long-term wellbeing, even when exposure is gradual.
- Viavi’s perspective reinforces the importance of reducing avoidable toxic load as part of a wider approach to longevity, prevention and health optimisation.
“It is almost impossible to eliminate PFAS exposure completely, so the aim is to reduce the biggest avoidable sources.”
Why This Feature Matters
The Times article reflects a growing public conversation around environmental toxins and their impact on long-term health. PFAS are known as forever chemicals because they persist in the environment and can accumulate over time. They are used in many everyday products because of their resistance to water, grease and stains.
For many people, this creates a difficult problem. PFAS exposure can feel unavoidable, especially when these chemicals may be found in familiar household items such as non-stick pans, waterproof clothing, cosmetics, food wrappers and cleaning products.
The value of the article is that it shifts the focus from panic to practicality. Rather than suggesting that people can remove every possible exposure, it explains how to identify the most common sources and make better choices where possible.
This is closely aligned with Viavi’s wider approach to preventative health. The goal is not to chase perfection. It is to understand the factors that influence health and make evidence-informed decisions that reduce risk over time.
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Take a More Proactive Approach to Your Health
Reducing exposure to forever chemicals is one part of a wider preventative health strategy. The most effective approach starts with understanding your body, your risks and the factors that may be influencing how you feel and function.
At Viavi, we help clients move beyond generic wellness advice with advanced diagnostics, expert clinical interpretation and personalised health strategies focused on prevention, performance and long-term wellbeing.
If you are ready to take a more informed approach to your health, contact Viavi today to book your Advanced Health Evaluation.