#water-contamination
#water-contamination

Miscellaneous

How to Get PFAS Out of Drinking Water-and Keep It Out

A new filtration method aims to permanently remove forever chemicals from water, unlike existing systems that only capture them.

fromwww.theguardian.com

1 week ago

Environment

Fears that UK military bases may be leaking toxic forever chemicals' into drinking water

Three UK military bases are under investigation for potential PFAS contamination of water sources.

fromTruthout

3 months ago

Health

Fluorinated Drugs, a Type of PFAS, Contaminate Drinking Water for 23M in US

Fluorinated pharmaceuticals contribute significantly to PFAS contamination in water supplies, largely bypassing conventional wastewater treatment methods.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Maine's hunters warned to throw out meat for one dangerous reason

Hunters in Maine are warned to avoid consuming deer and turkey due to PFAS contamination, which poses serious health risks.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

1 month ago

Portland food

Pleasanton and Livermore fire department facilities investigated for groundwater contamination as search for new wells continues

Investigation of fire stations in Livermore and Pleasanton aims to identify PFAS contamination sources affecting local groundwater.

Alternative medicine

fromNatural Health News

5 months ago

'Forever Chemicals' In US Drinking Water: A Growing Problem

PFAS are persistent environmental contaminants linked to serious health risks, prompting urgent calls for national regulation and mitigation efforts.

fromWIRED

Miscellaneous

How to Get PFAS Out of Drinking Water-and Keep It Out

A new filtration method aims to permanently remove forever chemicals from water, unlike existing systems that only capture them.

fromwww.theguardian.com

1 week ago

Environment

Fears that UK military bases may be leaking toxic forever chemicals' into drinking water

Three UK military bases are under investigation for potential PFAS contamination of water sources.

fromTruthout

3 months ago

Health

Fluorinated Drugs, a Type of PFAS, Contaminate Drinking Water for 23M in US

Fluorinated pharmaceuticals contribute significantly to PFAS contamination in water supplies, largely bypassing conventional wastewater treatment methods.

5 months ago

Miscellaneous

Maine's hunters warned to throw out meat for one dangerous reason

Hunters in Maine are warned to avoid consuming deer and turkey due to PFAS contamination, which poses serious health risks.

fromwww.mercurynews.com

1 month ago

Portland food

Pleasanton and Livermore fire department facilities investigated for groundwater contamination as search for new wells continues

Investigation of fire stations in Livermore and Pleasanton aims to identify PFAS contamination sources affecting local groundwater.

more#pfas

#public-health

Public health

fromLos Angeles Times

Scientists urge caution after a carcinogen is detected in water in fire-stricken areas

Benzene detected in water systems; authorities recommend 'do not drink' notices.

Long-term benzene exposure linked to serious health risks, including blood cancers.

Coronavirus

fromCbsnews

At least 60 dead and 1,300 others sickened after cholera outbreak over 3-day span in Sudan, officials say

Cholera outbreak in Kosti, Sudan, caused 58 deaths and affected 1,293 people due to contaminated water.

fromwww.nytimes.com

9 months ago

US news

Sewage Spill Spoils Summer Plans at Two Los Angeles Beaches

Beaches closed due to sewage spill, impacting beachgoers during California heatwave.

Public health

fromLos Angeles Times

Scientists urge caution after a carcinogen is detected in water in fire-stricken areas

Benzene detected in water systems; authorities recommend 'do not drink' notices.

Long-term benzene exposure linked to serious health risks, including blood cancers.

Coronavirus

fromCbsnews

At least 60 dead and 1,300 others sickened after cholera outbreak over 3-day span in Sudan, officials say

Cholera outbreak in Kosti, Sudan, caused 58 deaths and affected 1,293 people due to contaminated water.

fromwww.nytimes.com

9 months ago

US news

Sewage Spill Spoils Summer Plans at Two Los Angeles Beaches

Beaches closed due to sewage spill, impacting beachgoers during California heatwave.

L.A. wildfires may have contaminated drinking water systems. Here's what to know

Wildfires can severely compromise community drinking water systems and make it unsafe for residents.

Miscellaneous

fromABC7 San Francisco

4 months ago

Cancer-causing chemicals used in homes and workplaces banned by EPA

The EPA has banned TCE and PCE, two cancer-causing solvents, to promote safer alternatives and protect public health.

Miscellaneous

fromwww.theguardian.com

6 months ago

I'm not voting for either': fracking's return stirs fury in Pennsylvania town whose water turned toxic

Fracking remains a contentious issue in Pennsylvania, particularly for communities like Dimock suffering from past contamination.

Public health

fromwww.aljazeera.com

8 months ago

War-ravaged Sudan battles cholera outbreak

Sudan is experiencing a cholera epidemic intensified by war, water contamination, and inadequate healthcare resources.

fromPortlandTribune.com

8 months ago

OMG science

Dog's death believed the result of a toxic algae bloom off Sand Island

Cyanobacteria potentially threatens pet safety in water bodies.

A Scappoose woman lost her dog after it ingested contaminated water.

Writing

fromwww.nytimes.com

9 months ago

Will the Seine be ready for Olympic swimming? With dry weather and a little luck

Taylor Spivey, a veteran triathlete, is unfazed by the contaminated Seine in Paris for the Olympics, having faced worse waters in her career.

fromwww.standard.co.uk

London

Thames Water carries out tests after south London residents report sickness and vomiting

Thames Water tested samples after residents reported sickness; no water quality issues found. South West Water issued boil notice in Brixham due to contamination.

#health-risks

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

OMG science

Doctor reveals why he NEVER drinks from a plastic water bottle

Dr. Saurabh Sethi advocates against using plastic water bottles due to toxic nanoplastics, suggesting stainless steel containers instead.

Alternative medicine

The Family Health Risks of a Faulty Water Heater

Properly functioning water heaters are crucial to prevent health risks like water contamination and bacterial growth.

fromAlternative Medicine Magazine

OMG science

Doctor reveals why he NEVER drinks from a plastic water bottle

Dr. Saurabh Sethi advocates against using plastic water bottles due to toxic nanoplastics, suggesting stainless steel containers instead.