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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.

Incredible photos show North America's oldest lake turned GREEN

The 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.

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.

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.

EPA puts limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

EPA sets new drinking water standards to limit PFAS chemicals for the first time.
PFAS chemicals, known as 'forever chemicals,' pose risks to human health and the environment.

Lead in the drinking water is still a problem in the U.S. especially in Chicago

Lead exposure through old lead service lines is a pervasive issue affecting many U.S. cities, especially impacting Black and Hispanic neighborhoods.
Limited testing and awareness contribute to the challenge of identifying and addressing lead exposure risks in homes.

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.

Incredible photos show North America's oldest lake turned GREEN

The 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.

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.

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.

EPA puts limits on 'forever chemicals' in drinking water

EPA sets new drinking water standards to limit PFAS chemicals for the first time.
PFAS chemicals, known as 'forever chemicals,' pose risks to human health and the environment.

Lead in the drinking water is still a problem in the U.S. especially in Chicago

Lead exposure through old lead service lines is a pervasive issue affecting many U.S. cities, especially impacting Black and Hispanic neighborhoods.
Limited testing and awareness contribute to the challenge of identifying and addressing lead exposure risks in homes.
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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.
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Long Beach asks residents to boil water before drinking due to main link break

Residents in Long Beach advised to boil water due to contamination risk from a water main break.

What has caused the cholera outbreak in Sudan?

Cholera outbreak in Sudan caused by contaminated water from heavy rainfall; at least 22 deaths reported.

Sewage Spill Spoils Summer Plans at Two Los Angeles Beaches

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

Water, water everywhere most is now safe to drink in an English village after parasite outbreak

Residents near Brixham area in England can safely drink water after parasite scare.

14,000 gallons of raw sewage spill onto L.A. County beaches, forcing closure

Approximately 14,400 gallons of untreated sewage led to beach closures in Los Angeles County, with officials urging people to avoid the water and wet sand.

Long Beach asks residents to boil water before drinking due to main link break

Residents in Long Beach advised to boil water due to contamination risk from a water main break.

What has caused the cholera outbreak in Sudan?

Cholera outbreak in Sudan caused by contaminated water from heavy rainfall; at least 22 deaths reported.

Sewage Spill Spoils Summer Plans at Two Los Angeles Beaches

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

Water, water everywhere most is now safe to drink in an English village after parasite outbreak

Residents near Brixham area in England can safely drink water after parasite scare.

14,000 gallons of raw sewage spill onto L.A. County beaches, forcing closure

Approximately 14,400 gallons of untreated sewage led to beach closures in Los Angeles County, with officials urging people to avoid the water and wet sand.
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Buena Vista Horace Mann K-8 drinking fountains cut off during heatwave

Limited drinking water sources for students during extreme heat highlights ongoing water contamination issues at Buena Vista Horace Mann.
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Your reusable water bottle may be a breeding ground for strep and fecal bacteria. Here's how to keep it clean

Proper cleaning of reusable water bottles is crucial to prevent bacterial growth.
Many individuals do not clean their water bottles adequately despite frequent use.

There's a basketbal power brewing in Clinton Hill

Be cautious of potential spread of something in water in Clinton Hill.

Your reusable water bottle may be a breeding ground for strep and fecal bacteria. Here's how to keep it clean

Proper cleaning of reusable water bottles is crucial to prevent bacterial growth.
Many individuals do not clean their water bottles adequately despite frequent use.

There's a basketbal power brewing in Clinton Hill

Be cautious of potential spread of something in water in Clinton Hill.
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War-ravaged Sudan battles cholera outbreak

Sudan 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 Island

Cyanobacteria potentially threatens pet safety in water bodies.
A Scappoose woman lost her dog after it ingested contaminated water.
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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.

Unsafe E. coli levels found in Paris' Seine River less than 2 months before Olympics

Water in Seine River had unsafe E. coli levels before Paris Olympics swimming competitions.

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.

Unsafe E. coli levels found in Paris' Seine River less than 2 months before Olympics

Water in Seine River had unsafe E. coli levels before Paris Olympics swimming competitions.
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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.

The River Thames is apparently the UK's 'worst place' for sewage in the water

High levels of E. coli found in the River Thames near Putney Bridge.
London facing sewage scandal with concerns over water pollution.

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.

The River Thames is apparently the UK's 'worst place' for sewage in the water

High levels of E. coli found in the River Thames near Putney Bridge.
London facing sewage scandal with concerns over water pollution.
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Two California National Parks Rank As Most Polluted In The Country | KQED

Human-caused air pollution threatens national parks, particularly in California.
Water in Red Bluff contains high levels of 'Forever Chemicals'.

'Avoid water contact' at all LA County beaches, officials warn

Avoid water contact for 72 hours after rainstorms to prevent illness.
Check with public health officials for beach advisories after heavy rainfalls.

Ireland convicted in EU court over unsafe drinking water tainted by chemical linked to cancer

The majority of water supplies in Ireland have been brought up to standard since the case began.
The Environmental Protection Agency emphasizes that the issue of contaminated water supplies should remain a priority.

400 dead, 10,000 sick as cholera outbreak grips Zambia

Zambia is experiencing a major cholera outbreak, with over 400 deaths and 10,000 infections.
Schools have been ordered to remain shut and a soccer stadium has been converted into a treatment facility.
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'Out there alone': Madera County homeowners forced to live with contaminated water

Hidden Lake Estates community in Madera County has been under a building moratorium since 2009 due to water contamination.
Residents who bought homes in Hidden Lake Estates were not informed about the water issues when they purchased their properties.

California homeowners forced to live with contaminated water. 'Why are we paying?'

Residents of Hidden Lake Estates in Madera County were never informed about the water contamination issues before purchasing their homes.
The community has been under a building moratorium since 2009 due to the failure of the treatment plant to provide good-quality water.

'Out there alone': Madera County homeowners forced to live with contaminated water

Hidden Lake Estates community in Madera County has been under a building moratorium since 2009 due to water contamination.
Residents who bought homes in Hidden Lake Estates were not informed about the water issues when they purchased their properties.

California homeowners forced to live with contaminated water. 'Why are we paying?'

Residents of Hidden Lake Estates in Madera County were never informed about the water contamination issues before purchasing their homes.
The community has been under a building moratorium since 2009 due to the failure of the treatment plant to provide good-quality water.
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Average bottle of water contains 240,000 pieces of toxic nanoplastics

Plastic bottles of water contain hundreds of thousands of toxic nanoparticles.
Nanoplastics found in plastic bottles can enter the bloodstream and brain and carry harmful chemicals.
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