Imagine receiving a civil emergency alert on your phone, and your mind immediately races to scenarios of violence or natural disasters. Then, within 30 minutes, a clarification alert informs you that the danger isn’t an imminent tornado or a security threat, but rather toxic algae in the local water supply. That’s exactly what happened to […]
Pesticides play a crucial role in our society, helping us combat pests that pose significant risks to public health. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in collaboration with the United States Department of Health and Human Services and the United States Department of Agriculture, identifies pests of significant public health importance. This list serves as a […]
You’ve heard the mantra before – drink at least eight glasses of water a day to maintain optimal health. But have you ever paused to think about the quality of the water that’s filling those glasses? If you’ve taken a sip of water and detected a metallic flavor, you’re not alone. This peculiar taste can […]
The 2023 Harmful Algae Season Began Early, Infecting Lakes Across the U.S. NEWS PROVIDED BY EIN Presswire Jun 05, 2023, 8:00 AM ET WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, June 5, 2023/EINPresswire.com/ — As temperatures heat up, health officials and water managers are on watch for harmful algal blooms. The all-too-familiar outbreaks of toxic blue-green […]
Between 2002 and 2004, 28 cases of Puffer fish poisoning (PFP) across Florida, New Jersey, Virginia, and New York were traced back to the Indian River Lagoon (IRL) in Florida. An investigation from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed Saxitoxins (STXs) in three types of puffer fish species hailing from the IRL. Over the span […]
The pure, joyous laughter of children at play in our schools is a sound we cherish. But as parents, educators, and community members, we must question: are we doing enough to safeguard the health of our children, especially when it comes to the water they drink? A recent news release by the Environmental Working Group […]
A Scientific Perspective on Environmental Health and Safety As many scientists dedicated to preserving the sanctity of our environment, we have observed with increasing concern the persistent issues of environmental contamination, particularly in the realm of drinking water safety. The value of water, our most precious resource, is indisputable. It is an essential elixir of […]
In an era marked by increasing concerns over environmental sustainability and food security, the agricultural industry faces the urgent challenge of finding innovative and sustainable solutions to protect crops from pests and diseases. While conventional chemical pesticides have helped to protect harvests, substantial concerns have been raised about their detrimental effects on ecosystems and human […]
— The Impact of Environmental Factors and the Potential Role of Probiotics in Gout Management Researchers are exploring new treatment options as the number of gout cases continues to rise, affecting over 41 million people globally. One promising area of investigation is the use of probiotic supplements to alleviate gout symptoms. In this post, we’ll […]
Monkeypox is a rare but serious viral disease that has recently been declared a global health emergency by the World Health Organization (WHO). The reason that WHO declared monkeypox a global health emergency is due to a rapid increase in the number of cases and its potential to spread across international borders. Monkeypox is a […]
