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 […]
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 […]
Access to clean and safe drinking water is a fundamental human right, yet billions of people around the world lack access to this essential resource. Waterborne diseases are a leading cause of illness and death in developing countries, and even in developed countries, outbreaks of waterborne illnesses still occur. To ensure the safety of drinking […]
Immunoassay Detection Algal toxins have become a major concern for water quality around the world. These toxins are produced by certain species of algae and can cause harmful effects on both humans and animals. The EPA has identified algal toxins as a significant concern for water quality around the United States. These toxins can have […]
There are many environmental issues that people are concerned about today, but what are some of the most pressing and widely discussed problems every one of us on this planet shall pay very close attention to: Environmental Issues 1. Climate Change: This is one of the biggest environmental concerns of our time, with rising global […]
Pesticides and herbicides are chemicals that are widely used in agriculture to control pests and weeds, but these chemicals can also find their way into our drinking water supply. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recognizes the potential health risks associated with exposure to pesticides and herbicides in drinking water and therefore requires them to […]
