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What You Need To Know About PFAS "Forever Chemicals"

Christina Liu @ Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 12:02 pm -0400

PFAS "Forever Chemicals" are a category of widely used compounds, particularly prevalent in contaminating drinking water sources. PFAS can take hundreds of years to degrade in the environment which is why they are often referred to as ‘forever chemicals" and can cause a plethora of illnesses including cancer.

Sun in Background Person Outside Drinking Water From a Reusable Bottle

Christina Liu @ Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 11:21 am -0400

With summer just around the corner and temperatures rising, lots of us are spending more time outdoors for work and fun activities. It's important to stay hydrated! Here are some tips to help you stay cool and refreshed all summer long.

Severe Weather Can Impact Drinking Water Quality

Christina Liu @ Wednesday, February 21, 2024 at 11:13 am -0500

Recent storms and atmospheric rivers can cause problems with drinking water infrastructure and both public & private water systems. Here's how you can protect yourself.

Stagnant Water and Lead in School Pipes Are a Health Risk To Children

Christina Liu @ Tuesday, August 1, 2023 at 3:18 pm -0400

All across the country, students, teachers, staff, and administrators are preparing to return to school, getting ready for the start of a new school year. Many school buildings were not used over the summer, meaning that the water in the buildings' pipes have been sitting stagnant for nearly two months. The CDC has developed recommendations for steps to take when reopening buildings after an extended shutdown or low-use period. This is also an issue that Purdue University has been researching. Here is how lead in water could impact schools in your area.

Christina Liu @ Thursday, February 23, 2023 at 4:36 pm -0500

PFAS chemicals in drinking water are currently not Federally regulated. Regulatory agencies, scientists, advocacy groups, and industry have all provided perspectives regarding what they consider safe. Our science and policy Nerds unpack what this may mean for you.