In New Mexico, a big fire called the Calf Canyon Hermits Peak fire left a mark. Now, people are worried about their water. Heavy metals have been found in some private wells near the fire area. The New Mexico Environment Department is offering free tests for well water in parts of Mora, San Miguel,
Lake Saimaa in Finland is home to a unique group of ringed seals. These seals are facing a silent threat. The water they live in is polluted with harmful chemicals. These chemicals are called perfluorooctanesulfonate (PFOS). PFOS is part of a larger group of chemicals known as PFAS. PFAS are man-mad
Soil is not just dirt. It's a living, breathing thing. And it can be tricky. People often think that soil full of organic matter is like a sponge. It soaks up bad stuff from wastewater and keeps it there. But what if it doesn't work that way? Scientists wanted to test this idea. They made little gr
In a shocking display of greed, two men from Massachusetts were recently taken into custody for exploiting a program designed to help those in need. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, is meant to provide food assistance to low-income individuals and families. However, Antonio Bo
In India, where the sun shines bright, you'd think kids would have plenty of vitamin D. But that's not the case. Many children, from babies to pre-teens, are running low on this vital nutrient. Why? It's not just about the sun. It's about what kids eat, how they live, and even where they live. A re
Vitamin D is crucial for our health. It affects many things in our body. Doctors often check levels of 25-hydroxyvitamin D (25-(OH)D) to see if someone has enough vitamin D. Normally, they take blood from a vein. But there's a new way: dried blood microsampling. This new method is less invasive. It
A doctor involved in providing ketamine to actor Matthew Perry before his tragic death received a relatively lenient sentence. Dr. Mark Chavez, aged 55, was ordered to spend eight months under house arrest and three years on supervised release. This decision came after Chavez admitted his role in th
In a bustling urban area of South India, a study took a close look at vitamin D levels in expectant mothers and their newborns. Even though the region basks in plenty of sunshine, many pregnant women and their babies still don't get enough vitamin D. This study aimed to see how the mother's vitamin
Water pollution is a big problem. Harmful metals like lead, mercury, and cadmium often end up in our water. These metals can come from factories and other industries. They can hurt people, animals, and the environment. Scientists are working on ways to find these metals in water. One cool method us
PFAS, or "forever chemicals, " are a big problem. They stick around in the environment and our bodies, causing serious health issues. These chemicals are in many products, like non-stick pans and waterproof clothes. They get into our water and stay there. More than 200 million Americans might be dri
