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Chemicals in Drinking Water Exceed EPA Limits: What You Need to Know now

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Louisville, Kentucky – Millions of Americans are facing concerns over their drinking water as new limits for toxic “forever chemicals” have been exceeded by many water systems across the country. The Environmental Protection Agency recently announced these limits, affecting approximately 35 million people served by 608 systems. Additionally, another 13 million individuals are at risk from hundreds of systems that have detected these harmful substances but have not surpassed the new limits. Per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances …

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PFAS Drinking Water Regulation Sparks Controversy and Change

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Washington, D.C. – The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) made a significant announcement on Wednesday, introducing a national regulation to limit the presence of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in drinking water for the first time. PFAS, commonly known as “forever chemicals,” are synthetic substances that are pervasive in air, water, and soil and are notoriously slow to break down in the environment. According to the EPA, exposure to PFAS poses health risks, and the new …

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**Alcohol Boomers: Doctors Warn of Demographic Timebomb as Drinking Habits Catch Up in Old Age**

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Riverside, California – As the baby boomer generation continues to age, doctors are raising concerns about the long-term impact of their alcohol consumption habits. A demographic timebomb looms as boomers carry their drinking habits into old age, resulting in a significant increase in alcohol-related deaths among individuals aged 55 to 64. From 1999 to 2020, there was a staggering 237 percent surge in alcohol-related deaths among those over 55, a trend exacerbated by the stress …

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**Alcohol Use Disorder Breakthrough: Targeting Kappa Opioid Receptors Reduces Drinking in Animal Models**

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Boca Raton, Florida – A recent study conducted at the Scripps Research Institute has unveiled promising results in the treatment of alcohol use disorder (AUD). Researchers have identified a compound, LY2444296, that targets the kappa opioid receptor, showing significant potential in reducing alcohol consumption in animal models of alcohol dependence. This breakthrough offers hope for individuals struggling with AUD by honing in on the brain’s KOP system, known to play a crucial role in addiction …

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**Waterborne** germs in US drinking water lead to illness, hospitalization, and death – CDC report shows!

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Washington, D.C. – The safety of the United States’ public water systems is being called into question following a recent report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The report reveals that more than two dozen states reported a total of 214 outbreaks of intestinal-related diseases associated with drinking water between 2015 and 2020. These outbreaks led to over 2,000 cases of illness, 563 hospitalizations, and 88 deaths. The CDC identified biofilms, slimy coatings …

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Alcohol Warmth Myth Busted: Why Drinking Doesn’t Actually Heat You Up!

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Denver, Colorado – Have you ever wondered if drinking alcohol actually warms you up? Despite the common belief that alcohol can make you feel warmer, the reality is quite the opposite. Alcohol may create a sensation of warmth by dilating blood vessels and sending warm blood to the skin, providing a temporary feeling of coziness. However, this process actually results in heat escaping your body, leading to a decrease in core body temperature without you …

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Boiling Water: The Key to Removing Microplastics from Your Drinking Supply?

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Boston, Massachusetts: Tiny plastic particles have been causing concern as they are found in various aspects of our lives, including food, breast milk, and even in clouds. However, new research suggests that a simple solution may help reduce microplastics in drinking water – boiling it. In a recent study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology Letters, researchers Zhanjun Li and Eddy Y. Zeng found that boiling and filtering water could remove up to …

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