New York State

Who: A New York man has filed a revised class action lawsuit against Coca-Cola and its subsidiary Simply Orange Juice Co. Why: The plaintiff says the company sells juices that contain PFAS, otherwise known as forever chemicals. Where: The Simply Orange PFAS class action lawsuit was filed in a New...

Revised class action says all Simply Orange juice products contain PFAS

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With sewage gushing into sea, US and Mexican border towns plead for help

Kissimmee, FL

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One Dunkin’ Donuts location, known for its familiar aroma of coffee and donuts, found itself temporarily closed after a state inspection uncovered a few issues. Not all Dunkin’ locations are created equal. Take the one at 3745 Pleasant Hill Road in Kissimmee, for instance. This particular branch, despite its efforts to keep customers caffeinated and satisfied, has had its share of mixed reviews.

Florida's donut shop closed due serious violations after state inspection

South Carolina State

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Colleton County, SC

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Some beachgoers were in for a surprise this week when a bizarre looking prehistoric fish washed ashore in Colleton County along Edisto Beach at Edisto Beach State Park. It turned out to be an atlantic sturgeon.

Rare Atlantic sturgeon washes ashore on South Carolina beach

It's a disturbing lack of clarity about a substance that is so widely used. Amid a scorching summer, hydration is paramount. But recent research has scientists alarmed regarding the presence of one widespread but underrecognized forever chemical in the water we drink: trifluoroacetic acid, a difficult-to-detect substance that could seriously impact our health, The Washington Post reported.

Experts sound warning about concerning chemicals increasingly found in drinking water: 'Everyone's drinking it'

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Tiny fragments of microplastics are making their way deep inside our bodies in concerning quantities, significantly through our food and drink.
Scientists have recently found a simple and effective means of removing them from water.



					
			

A team from Guangzhou Medical University and Jinan University in China ran tests on both soft water and hard tap water (which is richer in minerals), adding in nanoplastics and microplastics (NMPs) before boiling the liquid and then filtering out any precipitates.
In some cases, up to 90 percent of the NMPs were removed by the boiling and filtering process, though the effectiveness varied based on the type...

There's a Surprisingly Easy Way to Remove Microplastics From Your Drinking Water

Have you ever taken a moment to consider the plastic items in your close vicinity? Plastic objects are quite ubiquitous, fulfilling various roles; from the bags we fill with food supplies to the water bottles we use to maintain our hydration. However, there could be more to these everyday items...

Drinking from plastic bottles raises your blood pressure

Ohio State

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On Tuesday, licensed Ohio dispensaries began legally selling non-medical marijuana to consumers; however, the drug’s possession, growth and/or usage are still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus. Credit: Jefferee Woo/Tampa Bay Times/TNS [Original caption: Four citizen-led petitions with proposals to update Dallas’ charter hit the 20,000 valid signature threshold to make it on the Nov. 5 election ballot, including one that would ban police officers from arresting or citing people carrying less than four ounces of marijuana.] As of Tuesday, students 21 and older can now legally purchase marijuana in Ohio.

Dispensary sales of recreational marijuana began Tuesday; possession and usage still prohibited on Ohio State’s campus

Mississippi State

Hinds County, MS

Mississippi News Group

A Mississippi Attorney has been charged with multiple Counts of introducing contraband into a Correctional Facility as well as consipiracy according to a press release from Hinds County Sheriff Tyree Jones.

Mississippi Attorney Charged with 3 Counts of Introducing Contraband into a Correctional Facility

NBC News

A new study finds that dark chocolate products sold nationwide may contain excessive amounts of heavy metals. The research, led by scientists at George Washington University and published Wednesday in the peer-reviewed Frontiers in Nutrition, examined over 70 dark chocolate products from retailers such as Whole Foods Market, Amazon and GNC. The products were tested to see whether the heavy metals lead, cadmium or arsenic were in them.

Heavy metals, including lead, found in many dark chocolate bars, research shows

"Experts recommend that you replace your plastic loofahs every six to eight weeks, so that can mean you're going through up to 10 of these every single year." There's little that compares to the feeling of using a loofah to scrub yourself clean in the shower, but disposing of those little puffs of plastic can add up to unnecessary environmental damage.

Man shares simple, money-saving alternative to plastic loofahs: 'They can last for years'

Rootbound Homestead

Sun-charged water is ordinary water that has been exposed to solar radiation in order to recharge it for your body. The idea originated with Ayurveda, also known as Surya Jal Chikitsa in India, a traditional medical practice with longstanding roots. Regular tap water is considered "de@d water" in Ayurveda because it isn't flowing down rivers and getting sunshine as nature intended. When it is exposed to sunshine, it can then be transformed back into "living water."

What Happens To Your Body If You Drink Sun Water: Living Water Recipe

In a world continually grappling ⁣with the health repercussions of modern living,⁤ a groundbreaking study has emerged that‍ challenges our preconceived notions⁤ of safety​ in the agricultural ​landscape. This new research draws⁣ a startling parallel between‍ the risks associated with pesticide​ exposure and those of tobacco smoking—an association that raises⁢ significant questions about the food ⁢we consume and the environmental practices we‍ uphold. As farmers⁤ rely on these chemical ⁤agents to safeguard crops and ensure abundant harvests, the potential health impacts are often overlooked. This⁤ article delves⁤ into the findings of this pivotal study, uncovering the connections between pesticides ⁤and⁤ cancer risks, and ⁣inviting a ⁤broader conversation about our dietary choices and agricultural policies in the face of emerging scientific evidence. How do these ‌revelations reshape ‍our understanding of risk, and what implications do they hold for ​public health and policy moving ​forward?

Study Reveals Pesticides’ Cancer Risk Rivals That of Smoking

Federal environmental regulators are launching a new project to test waters near U.S. Army installations for contamination by per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), often referred to as “forever chemicals”, which have been linked to increased risks of cancer and other adverse health problems. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency...

Drinking Water Near U.S. Army Bases Will Be Tested for PFAS Contamination

The Healthy 

Maybe you’ve heard about the increasing research that’s suggesting too much exposure to polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, could increase cancer risk and disrupt hormonal harmony. Meanwhile, another substance used in plastic packaging, bisphenol A or BPA, has been linked to high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes and heart disease, according to the Mayo Clinic.

This Food Packaging “Significantly” Produces Microplastics in Urine, Says New Research

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The EPA has ordered an emergency ban on DCPA, a pesticide commonly used on crops over, its risks to unborn babies.

EPA orders emergency ban over common pesticide

Tennessee State

John M. Dabbs

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Department of Health (TDH) has issued a health alert to clinicians statewide following reports of severe acute illnesses and adverse effects of consuming Diamond Shruumz™ brand chocolate bars, cones, and gummies. The warning comes after the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) received reports of serious health issues linked to these mushroom-containing edible products.

Tennessee Health Alert: Severe Illnesses Linked to Diamond Shruumz™ Products

Plastic water bottles are everywhere, but how much do you really know about them? From their environmental impact to their surprising origins, these everyday items hold many secrets. Did you know that Americans use around 50 billion plastic water bottles each year? That's a staggering number, and only a fraction gets recycled. Plastic pollution is a growing concern, affecting oceans, wildlife, and even our health. But there's more to the story than just the negatives. Plastic bottles have revolutionized convenience and hydration on the go. Let's dive into 18 fascinating facts about these ubiquitous containers that will make you think twice the next time you reach for one.

18 Facts About Plastic Water Bottle

The Guardian

Flea treatments for dogs, ant killer, washing-up liquid and herbicides may be partly to blame for decline in UK

Are some of your household products killing insects and wildlife?

With all river samples containing PFAS, as well as a number of fish, the findings demonstrate the increased pervasiveness of these harmful chemicals in our natural systems. The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign has conducted testing in Illinois rivers to investigate "forever chemical" contamination levels. The findings do not make for encouraging reading.

Scientists making concerning chemical discovery in almost every fish species in tested rivers: 'One of the strongest bonds in organic chemistry'

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Report: U.S. States with Worst Water Quality for Swimming

For many Americans, lakes and rivers provide a much-needed escape—a place to cool off on a hot day, relax with loved ones, or simply enjoy the...

Report: U.S. States with Worst Water Quality for Swimming

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