Study Finds Heavy Presence of PFAS in Fracking Chemicals
Researchers called for changes in Pennsylvania regulations to stop the use of PFAS in fracking chemicals.
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Tag Archives: Hydraulic Fracturing
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Living Near Fracking Sites Could Triple the Risk of Childhood Leukemia, Researchers Warn
Researchers traced the increased leukemia risks to chemicals from fracking operations leaching into nearby drinking water supplies.
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Report Finds 1.4M Pennsylvanians Live Within “Threat Radius” Of Oil and Gas Wells Amid Hydrofracking Concerns
Millions live near enough to oil and gas wells to be potentially affected by adverse health conditions linked to hydrofracking
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Hydraulic Fracturing Exposure Could Increase Risk of Preterm Births, Researchers Warn
The study found the risk of preterm birth and low birth weight increased for women who lived near numerous hydrofracking wells
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Study Finds Toxic Chemicals In Hydrofracking Wastewater
Hydraulic fracturing has been linked to a variety of health concerns due to both air and water contamination.
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Living Downwind of Hydrofracking Sites Increases Risk of Death for Elderly Residents: Study
Mortality increased for those living both downwind and upwind from fracking sites, suggesting more than air pollutants are at play, researchers said.
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Hydraulic Fracturing Causes Massive Groundwater Contamination in California: Study
Contaminants include benzene, toulene, salts and heavy metals, which are migrating toward water sources from unlined wastewater ponds.
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Hydraulic Fracturing Worker’s Lawsuit Alleges Firefighting Foam Exposure Led to Prostate Cancer
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High Volume Fracking Banned In Delaware River Basin Due To Health Risks
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Hydraulic Fracturing Linked To Heart Problems: Study
