Drinking water

Taft and Lawyers Leading PFAS Litigation Announce Another Historic "Forever Chemicals" Drinking Water Settlement

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Saturday, April 13, 2024

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The coalition is pleased to announce yet another major settlement to address this "forever chemicals" contamination in U.S. drinking water supplies in the context of the ongoing multi-district litigation to address claims for damage from PFAS released from aqueous film-forming firefighting foam (the AFFF MDL).

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The coalition is pleased to announce yet another major settlement to address this "forever chemicals" contamination in U.S. drinking water supplies in the context of the ongoing multi-district litigation to address claims for damage from PFAS released from aqueous film-forming firefighting foam (the AFFF MDL).
Michael London of coalition firm Douglas & London in New York serves as Co-Lead Counsel for all plaintiffs in the AFFF MDL and proposed Class Counsel for the new Tyco settlement.
Kevin Madonna and lawyers at SL Environmental have also been instrumental members of the national PFAS litigation team for years.
The legal team is currently representing injured parties, including more than 200 public water providers, in ongoing efforts to address PFAS damages.

Less Cancer Applauds Latest EPA Efforts to Protect Drinking Water From Cancer Causing Chemicals

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Friday, April 12, 2024

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Less Cancer Founder and President Bill Couzens said, "Efforts to irradicate forever chemicals associated with cancer incidence has been a priority since our organization's founding."

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Less Cancer Founder and President Bill Couzens said, "Efforts to irradicate forever chemicals associated with cancer incidence has been a priority since our organization's founding."
"I am grateful to Rob as I reflect on the decades of hard work done by so many to regulate cancer causing chemicals.
The subject was early content and continues to be for the National Cancer Prevention Workshop, produced and founded by Less Cancer, National Cancer Prevention Day as well as the United States Congressional Bipartisan, Cancer Prevention Caucus.
For more information on Less Cancer and its role in cancer prevention, go to www.lesscancer.org
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U.S. House representatives Introduce Legislation Supporting a Collaborative Approach to Cybersecurity

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Friday, April 12, 2024

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WASHINGTON, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Legislation that supports AWWA's recommendation for a collaborative approach to cybersecurity in the water sector was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives today. Spearheaded by Reps. Rick Crawford (R-AR) and John Duarte (R-CA), H.R. 7922 authorizes an independent, non-federal entity to lead the development of cybersecurity requirements in the sector.

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Legislation that supports AWWA's recommendation for a collaborative approach to cybersecurity in the water sector was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives today.
WASHINGTON, April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Legislation that supports AWWA's recommendation for a collaborative approach to cybersecurity in the water sector was introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives today.
This WRRO leverages the technical knowledge of utilities, cybersecurity experts and regulators to implement a comprehensive cybersecurity risk management strategy.
The proposed collaborative approach builds on a similar model that has already been successfully applied in the electric sector.

BlueTriton Brands Applauds EPA's New PFAS Regulations and Encourages FDA to Adopt Them

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

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STAMFORD, Conn., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueTriton Brands, Inc. ("BlueTriton") applauds the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its announcement that sets strict limits on PFAS 'forever chemicals' in U.S. drinking water.

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STAMFORD, Conn., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BlueTriton Brands, Inc. ("BlueTriton") applauds the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its announcement that sets strict limits on PFAS 'forever chemicals' in U.S. drinking water.
"At BlueTriton, we are committed to healthy hydration, providing quality, clean, crisp, and safe water," said Joey Bergstein, CEO of BlueTriton.
That's why we carefully manage and monitor water quality from all our springs and for all our brands.
BlueTriton is proud to support policies that help protect drinking water and we encourage the FDA to adopt the EPA's new regulation."

Altitude Water Unveils Innovative Disaster Relief Trailer: Transforms The Humidity In The Air into Pure Drinking Water for Emergencies with Support from Philanthropists Sozon Lyras and Zappy Zapolin

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Thursday, April 11, 2024

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LAUDERDALE LAKES, Fla., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altitude Water (www.altdwater.com), a leading producer of Atmospheric Water Generators, is set to unveil its advanced Disaster Relief Trailer. This launch is especially timely, given AccuWeather's prediction of a severe 2024 hurricane season.

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LAUDERDALE LAKES, Fla., April 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Altitude Water ( www.altdwater.com ), a leading producer of Atmospheric Water Generators, is set to unveil its advanced Disaster Relief Trailer.
Jeff Szur, Chief Operations Officer at Altitude Water, stated, "We've diligently worked to ready the Disaster Relief Trailer for this hurricane season.
This innovation will fulfill the immediate water, electricity, Wi-Fi, and cell phone service needs people face in the wake of disasters."
In disaster situations, where bottled water is quickly depleted, Altitude Water offers a solution.

Calgon Carbon Ready to Assist Drinking Water Utilities to Meet New EPA Regulations on PFAS Levels

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

PITTSBURGH, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Calgon Carbon Corporation ("Calgon Carbon" or "Company"), a wholly owned subsidiary of Kuraray Co., Ltd. (TYO: 3405) ("Kuraray"), today announced that the Company has spent the last few years preparing for the onslaught of PFAS-related demand for their most significant core business; drinking water.

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We understand the significance of PFAS and the MCL's, and we are ready to help communities meet these new regulations, and usher in a new era of safe drinking water," said Steve Schott, President and CEO of Calgon Carbon Corporation.
In 2023, Calgon Carbon celebrated the completion of a virgin granular activated carbon (GAC) production expansion at its Mississippi plant.
For over two decades, the Company has been treating PFAS in drinking water, wastewater, and industrial applications, using FILTRASORB® granular activated carbon (GAC).
Different from incineration or regeneration, the Company's proprietary drinking water reactivation process has been demonstrated to destroy testable PFAS compounds to near non-detect levels.

BOROUX Launches legacy.™ Water Filter System to Revolutionize Home Water Filtration

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

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PUEBLO, Colo., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BOROUX, the new name in sustainable water filtration solutions, will launch its latest innovation, the BOROUX legacy.™ Water Filter System. This new product sets a higher standard for water filtration technology, providing households with testing-backed results for unparalleled access to filtered, crisp, and refreshing drinking water.

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PUEBLO, Colo., April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- BOROUX, the new name in sustainable water filtration solutions, will launch its latest innovation, the BOROUX legacy.™ Water Filter System.
The system includes two rigorously tested BOROUX foundation filters, providing advanced water filtration to deliver an impressive 12,000 gallons of filtered water.
We are excited to introduce the BOROUX legacy Water Filter System, a testament to our commitment to providing sustainable solutions for exceptional water," said Todd Emerson, Founder and CEO of BOROUX.
The BOROUX legacy Water Filter System and foundation Water Filters are available at www.BOROUX.com .

Statement from the American Water Works Association on EPA's final PFAS rule

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

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DENVER, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Water Works Association (AWWA) supports strong drinking water standards that protect public health. AWWA submitted extensive comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on its proposed PFAS rule and is evaluating the content of the final regulation.

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DENVER, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The American Water Works Association (AWWA) supports strong drinking water standards that protect public health.
AWWA submitted extensive comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency on its proposed PFAS rule and is evaluating the content of the final regulation.
AWWA remains committed to finding solutions that help its 50,000 members protect their communities from PFAS contamination and assure the highest quality drinking water.
Established in 1881, the American Water Works Association is the largest nonprofit, scientific and educational association dedicated to managing and treating water, the world's most vital resource.

How to get vaccines to remote areas? In Sierra Leone they’re delivered by foot, boat or motorbike

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

In Sierra Leone almost 59% of the population live in remote, rural areas.

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In Sierra Leone almost 59% of the population live in remote, rural areas.
Roads may be non-existent or in bad condition, making it very difficult for rural dwellers to access healthcare.

Why are vaccination rates low in Sierra Leone?

In stark contrast, only 15% of people had been vaccinated in low-income countries.
The hardships Sierra Leoneans face are typical of the obstacles people in low-income countries have to overcome to access healthcare.
In the early days of the COVID-19 vaccination campaign in Sierra Leone, it took the average Sierra Leonean living in a rural community three-and-a-half hours each way to the nearest vaccination centre.

How did this vaccine drive tackle the problem?

The primary aim of this intervention was to take vaccine doses and nurses to administer vaccines to remote, rural communities, preceded by seeking permission and community mobilisation.
At the time, only 6% to 9% of the adults who took part in the programme were already immunised.
The leaders were asked for their cooperation in encouraging eligible community members to take the COVID-19 vaccine.
Finally, vaccine doses and healthcare workers arrived at the villages to administer the doses.

Looking forward

This approach proved 76% more cost-effective than other vaccination campaigns.
Transport accounted for a large share of the costs, so the cost-effectiveness of last mile delivery can be increased by offering a “bundle” of health products.
Other estimates put the death toll for the same period at 14.83 million, which is 2.74 times higher.
Developing cost-effective strategies to make vaccines easily accessible to everyone, everywhere, is the most promising solution to prevent future pandemics.

Niccolò Francesco Meriggi receives funding from Weiss Asset Management, UKRI and the International Growth Centre.

Drinking apple cider vinegar may help with weight loss but its health benefits are overstated

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024

One day, she explained that she adds apple cider vinegar to improve my health.

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One day, she explained that she adds apple cider vinegar to improve my health.
Apple cider vinegar is a natural product made of fermented apple juice that has gone sour.
I decided to turn medical sleuth and investigate whether apple cider vinegar is as good for health as it sounds.

Claim: disinfectant properties

But does apple cider vinegar’s decontaminant qualities translate to the human gut?
Our stomachs produce acid, which acts as a natural barrier to infection, so how can adding more acid help?

Claim: weight loss and management of type 2 diabetes

There are plenty of anecdotal claims that apple cider vinegar can aid weight loss, supported by limited evidence from several small studies.
Apple cider vinegar is thought to cause weight loss through its effect on delay of gastric emptying.
Reduced calorific intake will lead to weight loss – but how are the metabolic effects on blood glucose and lipids mediated?
In type 2 diabetes there is a reduction in sensitivity to insulin which in turn leads to a reduced uptake of glucose by cells.

Claim: reduces risk of heart disease

Raised blood lipids are a risk factor for cardiovascular diseases such as myocardial infarction and stroke.
Well, I’m afraid there’s no scientific evidence that vinegar consumption of any kind reduces cardiovascular morbidity and mortality in those with or without diabetes.

Claim: cancer treatment and prevention

One of the more outrageous claims of benefits of daily apple cider vinegar consumption is that it may prevent or treat cancer.
A frequently quoted case-control study from China found that an increased consumption of vinegar was associated with a reduced incidence of oesophageal cancer.

Stephen Hughes does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.