Recent data released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has exposed the breadth of PFAS contamination across the nation’s drinking water systems. A USA TODAY analysis shows 839 utilities exceeded new federal limits for two notorious types of these chemicals: PFOA and PFOS. These water systems serve roughly 46 million Americans. PFAS, short for … Read more
Eczema, especially atopic dermatitis, affects around 10 percent of Americans. Many know it as dry, itchy skin. However, it causes more than discomfort. People endure sleepless nights, emotional strain, and social challenges. Oscar Brann, once a shoe manufacturer in Maine, expected calm retirement. Instead, eczema forced him indoors and altered his life. “The skin that came … Read more
In southeastern North Carolina, small business owners are grappling with a public health crisis caused by PFAS contamination—without consistent regulatory support. In Wilmington, coffee shops like Port City Java have spent thousands of dollars filtering toxic chemicals from water, while chemical companies like Chemours remain locked in legal disputes with public utilities. As lawmakers struggle … Read more
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For millions of Americans, turning on the tap is an everyday action that requires little thought. But a new report from the Environmental Working Group (EWG) raises serious concerns about what’s flowing from those taps. The findings reveal that harmful contaminants—including “forever chemicals,” heavy metals, and radioactive substances—are present in water systems across the country, … Read more
A recent study from Sweden suggests that a common method of disinfecting drinking water may pose serious health risks. Researchers found that chemical byproducts formed during chlorination could increase the risk of bladder cancer by 33% and colorectal cancer by 15%. The Role of Trihalomethanes in Public Water Systems The study, published in Environmental Health … Read more
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
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has expanded its Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) to include nine additional “forever chemicals.” This move is aimed at increasing transparency and helping communities monitor the release of these persistent substances into their environments. What Are Forever Chemicals? Forever chemicals, technically referred to as per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), are synthetic … Read more
PFAS Contamination Extends to Homegrown Produce A new study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry has revealed alarming levels of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), also known as “forever chemicals,” in fruits and vegetables grown near the Chemours Fayetteville Works Plant in North Carolina. The findings highlight an additional pathway of human … Read more