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Two dogs have reportedly died after swimming in the Bewl Water Reservoir, prompting Bewl Water to warn of the risk of toxic blue-green algae in the water. The warning comes too late for Leo the Staffordshire Bull Terrier, who played in the water and then suddenly went into respiratory distress and seizures as his horrified […]
Your tooth enamel is in a constant, cyclical state of destruction and repair through the twin processes of demineralization and remineralization. Remineralization deposits minerals like calcium and fluoride into the tooth enamel, while demineralization involves bacteria or plaque generating acidic compounds that damage the teeth. Fluoride, which is found in US tap water as well […]
Did you know that your shower not only poses a risk to you while actually showering, but also when it is idle due to emitting vapors in the air? These vapors can contain traces of chlorine and dangerous minerals and bacteria that pose a risk to our health. It is important to continuously clean your […]
We’re all aware of the common contaminants that can get into the ocean and potentially harm our aquatic wildlife, but what about the small plastic particles that we do not always see? For instance, sometimes shedding from outdoor clothing can cause pollution due to the synthetic fabrics. Cigarette butts can also cause a large amount […]
Water accounts for 2/3 of Earth’s surface. With a growing population, Earth’s water resources are negatively affected by way of pollution. We can put the pollution blame square on the shoulders of humans. Water pollution occurs when substances build up in sources. Pollution has an effect on ground water and surface waters. We determine water […]
In the last century, our large sources of water, like lakes, rivers, and oceans, have been prone to pollution. Its negative implications range from hurting the ecosystem to harming our water and food supplies to environmental downfalls. Any hazardous substances that touches water can cause pollution. Rainfalls and large companies producing chemical and hazardous waste […]
The dramatic impact that we have on our natural water sources as humans is often underrated and goes somewhat unrecognized. We are the primary perpetrators in polluting various water sources through our use of pesticides on surrounding vegetation. This leads to some very drastic consequences, such as the extinction of wildlife, especially in aquatic environments. […]
We are often educated on how pollution in our drinking water can impact us humans during consumption, but what about how it impacts wildlife and the nature surrounding us? For instance, the high levels of lead and mercury that are often present within contaminated water supplies can often effect the animals and vegetation that consume […]
We often take great necessities like clean water for granted, but over 780 million individuals across the globe do not have access to clean drinking water. Not only does run-off water from glaziers and groundwater cause erosion within the environment’s external surface, but it also has detrimental effects on the body. If drinking water contains […]
Is bottled water still safe to drink?
Recent university research uncovered some potentially troubling concerns, regarding bottled water. Several hundred bottles were tested, encompassing a wide array of brands. What was discovered was that mico-filaments of plastic were endemic in the water-source. An average of ten plastic filaments per liter were discovered, none smaller than a hair follicle. The World Health Organization […]