USGS study finds over 71 million Americans may use groundwater contaminated with PFAS "forever chemicals," raising health concerns across the U.S.
Tag: public health
Battling the Stink: Calif. South Bay’s sewage crisis intensifies
South Bay's sewage crisis from Tijuana River worsens, causing health issues. Lawmakers urge EPA action; residents sue Veolia over spills.
The EPA and Tucson Airport Authority are working together to address PFAS contamination in Tucson's drinking water to protect public health and ensure safe supply.
Navajo Nation partners with Department of Energy to address orphaned wells, aiming to protect health and lands. Orphaned wells are abandoned uranium, oil, and gas wells that pose serious health and...
New Mexico issues warnings to 138 unsafe drinking water systems
New Mexico's Environment Department has issued warnings to 138 drinking water systems for violating health standards, potentially impacting over 160,000 consumers.
California’s toxic mix: DDT contamination; raw sewage from Mexico
California faces health and environmental threats from DDT contamination and toxic sewage from Mexico, prompting calls for research and infrastructure improvements.