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New Research Takes a Closer Look at Chromium in Water

Published on March 24, 2011 By admin

On September 30, 2010, a draft was released by the EPA’s IRIS Program for independent expert peer review and public comment. This draft addresses both non-cancer and cancer health effects associated with the ingestion of Hexavalent Chromium , aka Chromium 6, over a lifetime. This is the first EPA cancer assessment for Hexavalent Chromium (Chromium [...]

19 Million Americans Sick from Water Each Year, Records Show

Published on December 10, 2009 By admin

Scientific research indicates that as many as 19 million Americans may become ill each year due to just the parasites, viruses and bacteria in drinking water. Certain types of cancer — such as breast and prostate cancer — have risen over the past 30 years, and research indicates they are likely tied to pollutants like those found in drinking water.