Tag: Safety: Water
WHO: Microplastics in Drinking Water Not a Health Risk
Microplastics are 'ubiquitous in the environment' and have been found in both bottled and tap water
Fluoride Exposure Tied to Kidney, Liver Function Changes in Youth
Increase in plasma fluoride linked to lower eGFR, higher serum uric acid, lower blood urea nitrogen
Multiple Layers of Protection Recommended to Prevent Drowning
Pediatricians should be aware of leading causes of drowning, should tailor prevention guidance
Fatal Child Drownings in Open Water Areas Are Increasing
Providers should remind parents about water safety near lakes, rivers, and oceans
Outbreaks Linked to Drinking Water Mainly Due to Legionella
Most hospitalizations, deaths tied to environmental exposure to water caused by Legionella
Drug-Resistant Bacteria Live in America’s Water Systems
Bacteria found in plumbing may sicken thousands each year
Recommendations Developed for Management of Drowning
Recommendations presented for initial resuscitation, post-resuscitation management, special situations
HHS: New Recommendation for Fluoride Levels in Drinking Water
Move is attempt to prevent fluorosis caused by overexposure to the mineral
Water Used to Mix Baby Formula Plays Role in Arsenic Level
Researchers find overall amounts low, but recommend testing privately supplied tap water
