'Forever Chemicals' In US Drinking Water: A Growing ProblemPFAS are persistent environmental contaminants linked to serious health risks, prompting urgent calls for national regulation and mitigation efforts.
How to Get PFAS Out of Drinking Water-and Keep It OutA new filtration method aims to permanently remove forever chemicals from water, unlike existing systems that only capture them.
Fears that UK military bases may be leaking toxic forever chemicals' into drinking waterThree UK military bases are under investigation for potential PFAS contamination of water sources.
Fluorinated Drugs, a Type of PFAS, Contaminate Drinking Water for 23M in USFluorinated pharmaceuticals contribute significantly to PFAS contamination in water supplies, largely bypassing conventional wastewater treatment methods.
Maine's hunters warned to throw out meat for one dangerous reasonHunters in Maine are warned to avoid consuming deer and turkey due to PFAS contamination, which poses serious health risks.
Pleasanton and Livermore fire department facilities investigated for groundwater contamination as search for new wells continuesInvestigation of fire stations in Livermore and Pleasanton aims to identify PFAS contamination sources affecting local groundwater.
'Forever Chemicals' In US Drinking Water: A Growing ProblemPFAS are persistent environmental contaminants linked to serious health risks, prompting urgent calls for national regulation and mitigation efforts.
How to Get PFAS Out of Drinking Water-and Keep It OutA new filtration method aims to permanently remove forever chemicals from water, unlike existing systems that only capture them.
Fears that UK military bases may be leaking toxic forever chemicals' into drinking waterThree UK military bases are under investigation for potential PFAS contamination of water sources.
Fluorinated Drugs, a Type of PFAS, Contaminate Drinking Water for 23M in USFluorinated pharmaceuticals contribute significantly to PFAS contamination in water supplies, largely bypassing conventional wastewater treatment methods.
Maine's hunters warned to throw out meat for one dangerous reasonHunters in Maine are warned to avoid consuming deer and turkey due to PFAS contamination, which poses serious health risks.
Pleasanton and Livermore fire department facilities investigated for groundwater contamination as search for new wells continuesInvestigation of fire stations in Livermore and Pleasanton aims to identify PFAS contamination sources affecting local groundwater.
Scientists urge caution after a carcinogen is detected in water in fire-stricken areasBenzene detected in water systems; authorities recommend 'do not drink' notices.Long-term benzene exposure linked to serious health risks, including blood cancers.
Tea Leaves Can Steep Away Lead, Study FindsUsed tea leaves can lower lead levels in contaminated water, offering a public health benefit.
At least 60 dead and 1,300 others sickened after cholera outbreak over 3-day span in Sudan, officials sayCholera outbreak in Kosti, Sudan, caused 58 deaths and affected 1,293 people due to contaminated water.
Massive sewage spill leaves Long Island harbor 'green' as locals told to stay awayA sewage spill in Port Jefferson Harbor prompts health warnings and precautions for locals.
Sewage Spill Spoils Summer Plans at Two Los Angeles BeachesBeaches closed due to sewage spill, impacting beachgoers during California heatwave.
Zimbabwe: Cholera outbreak in eight districts DW 01/17/2025Cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe linked to poor sanitation and contaminated water sources, particularly in Glendale.
Scientists urge caution after a carcinogen is detected in water in fire-stricken areasBenzene detected in water systems; authorities recommend 'do not drink' notices.Long-term benzene exposure linked to serious health risks, including blood cancers.
Tea Leaves Can Steep Away Lead, Study FindsUsed tea leaves can lower lead levels in contaminated water, offering a public health benefit.
At least 60 dead and 1,300 others sickened after cholera outbreak over 3-day span in Sudan, officials sayCholera outbreak in Kosti, Sudan, caused 58 deaths and affected 1,293 people due to contaminated water.
Massive sewage spill leaves Long Island harbor 'green' as locals told to stay awayA sewage spill in Port Jefferson Harbor prompts health warnings and precautions for locals.
Sewage Spill Spoils Summer Plans at Two Los Angeles BeachesBeaches closed due to sewage spill, impacting beachgoers during California heatwave.
Zimbabwe: Cholera outbreak in eight districts DW 01/17/2025Cholera outbreak in Zimbabwe linked to poor sanitation and contaminated water sources, particularly in Glendale.
Videos of foot-and-mouth burial site in Hungary alarm local residentsVillagers near a cattle burial ground in Hungary are worried about water contamination and the impact on their health and livelihood.
Notorious US chemical plant polluting water with toxic PFAS, lawsuit claimsChemours's West Virginia PFAS plant continues to pollute local waters with toxic forever chemicals, prompting a new lawsuit despite previous legal victories.
fromFast Company3 months agoL.A. wildfires may have contaminated drinking water systems. Here's what to knowWildfires can severely compromise community drinking water systems and make it unsafe for residents.
Thames Water carries out tests after south London residents report sickness and vomitingThames Water tested samples after residents reported sickness; no water quality issues found. South West Water issued boil notice in Brixham due to contamination.
LA's Fires Have Created Another Problem-Unsafe Drinking WaterMassive water extraction during firefighting can lead to depressurization, increasing contamination risks for drinking water systems.
Thames Water carries out tests after south London residents report sickness and vomitingThames Water tested samples after residents reported sickness; no water quality issues found. South West Water issued boil notice in Brixham due to contamination.
LA's Fires Have Created Another Problem-Unsafe Drinking WaterMassive water extraction during firefighting can lead to depressurization, increasing contamination risks for drinking water systems.
Cancer-causing chemicals used in homes and workplaces banned by EPAThe EPA has banned TCE and PCE, two cancer-causing solvents, to promote safer alternatives and protect public health.
I'm not voting for either': fracking's return stirs fury in Pennsylvania town whose water turned toxicFracking remains a contentious issue in Pennsylvania, particularly for communities like Dimock suffering from past contamination.
Buena Vista Horace Mann K-8 drinking fountains cut off during heatwaveLimited drinking water sources for students during extreme heat highlights ongoing water contamination issues at Buena Vista Horace Mann.
War-ravaged Sudan battles cholera outbreakSudan is experiencing a cholera epidemic intensified by war, water contamination, and inadequate healthcare resources.
Dog's death believed the result of a toxic algae bloom off Sand IslandCyanobacteria potentially threatens pet safety in water bodies.A Scappoose woman lost her dog after it ingested contaminated water.
Will the Seine be ready for Olympic swimming? With dry weather and a little luckTaylor Spivey, a veteran triathlete, is unfazed by the contaminated Seine in Paris for the Olympics, having faced worse waters in her career.
Incredible photos show North America's oldest lake turned GREENThe 500,000-year-old Clear Lake in California has turned green due to harmful blue-green algae infestation, posing health risks from toxins like microcystin.
Doctor reveals why he NEVER drinks from a plastic water bottleDr. Saurabh Sethi advocates against using plastic water bottles due to toxic nanoplastics, suggesting stainless steel containers instead.
The Family Health Risks of a Faulty Water HeaterProperly functioning water heaters are crucial to prevent health risks like water contamination and bacterial growth.
Incredible photos show North America's oldest lake turned GREENThe 500,000-year-old Clear Lake in California has turned green due to harmful blue-green algae infestation, posing health risks from toxins like microcystin.
Doctor reveals why he NEVER drinks from a plastic water bottleDr. Saurabh Sethi advocates against using plastic water bottles due to toxic nanoplastics, suggesting stainless steel containers instead.
The Family Health Risks of a Faulty Water HeaterProperly functioning water heaters are crucial to prevent health risks like water contamination and bacterial growth.