You might think that the biggest problem with antibiotic production wastewater is the leftover antibiotics. But there's more to worry about. This wastewater also has high amounts of organic pollutants, which can be very harmful on their own or when mixed with antibiotics. One study looked at how the
Lahore, Pakistan, is facing a severe smog issue. This mix of pollution, dust, and smoke under sunlight is bad for our health and the environment. It can cause breathing trouble, heart problems, and even affect unborn babies. As cities worldwide deal with smog, this study examined 50 scientific paper
In the Panhandle Health District, kids are becoming little health heroes! Each spring, the district's Lead Health Intervention Program visits schools to teach third to fifth graders about lead exposure. This year, students from Harrison Elementary, Pinehurst Elementary, and Silver Valley Christian A
The Biolab facility in Rockdale County, Georgia, was the site of a chemical plant fire that sent a plume of smoke into the air and sent a strong chlorine smell wafting through the surrounding counties. The fire, which broke out on a Sunday morning, was finally extinguished, but the effects of the sm
Deep in the heart of Texas, a toxic legacy lingers in the oilfields of Caldwell County. Hydrogen sulfide, a deadly gas, is being released in alarming levels, threatening the health and wellbeing of those living and working in the area. The gas, often referred to as the "rotten egg" smell, is a bypro
Kameale Terry's journey began with a harsh reality check. As she took care of her ailing mother in their hometown of South Central Los Angeles, she discovered a critical issue plaguing the expanding network of electric vehicle charging stations across the US – a workforce to maintain them. With her
Did you know that bats are more than just spooky Halloween decorations? These flying mammals play a vital role in our ecosystems, especially for farmers. A single bat can eat thousands of insects per night - think of them as nature's pest control squad! But recently, a fungal disease called white-no
A new study published in Science has stunned researchers by revealing a surprising link between bat die-offs, increased pesticide use, and rising infant mortality rates. The findings, authored by environmental economist Eyal Frank of the University of Chicago, show how the loss of a keystone specie
