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 [...]
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.