Legislation tackles toxic 'forever chemicals' found in Indianapolis' drinking water London Gibson, Indianapolis Star Replay Video UP NEXT Concern is growing nationwide about a family of toxic chemicals found in everything from fabrics to food service containers. And that concern has now reached the Indiana statehouse. These chemicals, often called "forever chemicals," are linked to severe health impacts, including cholesterol and cancer. They also don't break down naturally. And they're seemingly everywhere. Known most widely as PFAS chemicals, these substances have been sparking alarm from scientists and health professionals for the better part of two decades now, but little is known about exactly where they are or how much of them is in our bodies.