Imagine sipping water from your North Carolina tap, unaware it’s laced with toxic “forever chemicals” from factories upriver. A new state plan greenlights that pollution, dodging limits and penalties, while voices cry out for protection. It’s a murky mix of industry sway and public health—let’s wade into this troubling tale. North Carolina’s Toxic Pass For … Read more
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A groundbreaking study from the Keck School of Medicine of USC has identified a significant connection between PFAS contamination in drinking water and a range of rare cancers. The research, published in the Journal of Exposure Science and Environmental Epidemiology, is the first to examine this relationship across the U.S. on a large scale. PFAS, … Read more
Millions of Americans unknowingly consume tap water tainted with harmful, unregulated chemicals, according to a new study by the Silent Spring Institute. Researchers found over 97 million people in the United States have been exposed to contaminants that pose potential health risks, highlighting a growing concern about water quality nationwide. What Are the Contaminants? The … Read more
For nearly eight decades, adding fluoride to community water supplies has been a cornerstone of public health in the U.S., lauded for its effectiveness in reducing tooth decay. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that community water fluoridation decreases cavities by about 25%, marking it as one of the major public health … Read more
Access to clean drinking water is a fundamental necessity, yet for many Americans, aging infrastructure and lead-contaminated pipes pose a serious threat to public health. Experts Chad Sidell, President of Corona Environmental Consulting, and Dan Tadesco, leader of the Community Water Systems division at BRDA, shed light on these issues and the solutions available to … Read more
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a sweeping ban on two widely used but hazardous industrial solvents: trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE). The decision marks a significant step in addressing the long-standing health risks posed by these chemicals, commonly found in everyday products and industrial processes. Understanding TCE: A Decades-Long Hazard A Ubiquitous … Read more
Several popular beach destinations along the coasts of Maryland and Virginia were closed to swimming and wading on Sunday following reports of medical waste, including needles, washing ashore. Authorities swiftly moved to address public health concerns and protect beachgoers from potential hazards. Beaches Closed Due to Health Concerns Swimming bans were implemented at Ocean City, … Read more
A recent report by the US National Toxicology Program (NTP) has raised concerns over the safety of fluoride levels in drinking water. The report suggests that fluoride concentrations above twice the recommended limit might be linked to lower IQ in children. This conclusion, based on an extensive review of previously published studies, marks a significant … Read more
A recent ruling by a Washington, D.C., judge mandates that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must enhance the transparency of information regarding chemicals under review as part of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This decision represents a significant win for environmental advocacy groups who have long argued for greater public access to information on … Read more