EPA announces new ruling on 'forever chemicals'
The EPA announced the first-ever national, legally enforceable drinking water standard to protect communities from exposure to "forever chemicals."
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The EPA announced the first-ever national, legally enforceable drinking water standard to protect communities from exposure to "forever chemicals."
For the first time, the federal government is requiring municipal water systems to remove six synthetic chemicals linked to cancer and other health problems that are present in the tap water of hundreds of millions of Americans.
Studies have shown at low levels, "forever chemicals" can cause health issues and increase the chances of cancer.
The longer a patient had gone without smoking before being diagnosed – the better their odds of survival were, research suggested.
Cincinnati is one of 23 (and counting) urban cities across North America that have publicly committed to reducing energy consumption, water use and transportation emissions by at least 50% before scientists say it’s too late.