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health-and-environment2 years ago

"Uncovering the Health Risks of Asbestos in Drinking Water"

Aging asbestos cement water pipes are raising concerns about potential health risks as they degrade and release asbestos fibers into drinking water supplies. While the World Health Organization (WHO) currently does not consider ingestion of asbestos in drinking water to be a serious risk, some experts argue for more detailed research on the impact on human health. Asbestos is a known carcinogen, and there are mixed findings on the potential health effects of ingesting asbestos fibers, with some studies showing a correlation with stomach and gut cancers. As aging asbestos cement pipes reach the end of their lifespan, the debate about the health risks associated with asbestos in drinking water is gaining attention globally.

via BBC.com|
#aging-infrastructure#asbestos#drinking-water
environment2 years ago

The Fallout of Fukushima: Seafood Sales Plummet as Radiation Fears Persist

South Korean seafood sellers are facing economic uncertainty as public concerns persist over the safety of seafood following Japan's decision to release treated water from the Fukushima nuclear power plant. Despite scientific consensus that the plan poses minimal risk, a recent survey showed that 92.4% of respondents would reduce their seafood consumption. Seafood merchants are already struggling due to the pandemic, and the ongoing safety concerns could further impact the industry. The South Korean government has implemented precautionary measures and conducted tests to ensure the safety of seafood, but critics, including Greenpeace, argue that the radiological risks have not been fully assessed. The issue has become politically charged, with opposition parties using it to criticize the government ahead of parliamentary elections.

via Al Jazeera English|
#environment#fukushima#public-concerns
science-and-technology2 years ago

"CSU Scientists Establish Unique Bat Research Facility in Fort Collins to Combat Misinformation"

Colorado State University (CSU) is set to establish a unique bat research facility with the aim of studying how bats respond to viruses and its implications for human health. The National Institutes of Health has granted CSU $6.7 million for the 14,000-square-foot facility, which will be completed in 2025. However, the plans have faced controversy, with conservative pundits and politicians spreading misinformation and drawing parallels to the Wuhan virology lab. CSU researchers are working to educate the public about the importance of the facility and the safety measures in place. The facility will not conduct gain-of-function research or work with high-risk viruses.

via The Denver Post|
#bat-research#biosafety#csu
education2 years ago

Tensions Rise as Oklahoma State Superintendent Faces Public Backlash

Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters held a last-minute meeting in Norman to address public concerns, but the meeting quickly became intense and heated. Protestors expressed their worries about Walters' rhetoric, school choice, and allegations of indoctrination and pornography in schools. The meeting also touched on the misuse of funds under Walters' oversight and the approval of a virtual religious charter school. Walters defended his stance on academic value and the need to eliminate indoctrination materials from classrooms. Teachers voiced their dissatisfaction with Walters' actions, leading to heated exchanges with the audience. Despite the tensions, Walters considered the meeting productive and reiterated his commitment to addressing the problems in Oklahoma's education system.

via KFOR Oklahoma City|
#education#indoctrination#misuse-of-funds