Get Clean Water is the first pitcher to use a refillable carbon-block filter system so there's less plastic to throw away. And it filters 80 gallons of water per filter—twice as much as Brita® and PUR®.2
The City of Winnipeg is considering whether to build a water treatment plant to treat water from Shoal Lake before it reaches customers. There are risks to public health from parasites and disinfection byproducts with the current system. Experts recommend a water treatment plant to protect public health by reducing these risks. The plant would cost $204 million to build and $12 million annually to operate, and water rates would need to increase by less than 5% to pay for it. A decision will be made in October 1999 after public input is received.
This document discusses various types and causes of water pollution including pathogens, oxygen-demanding agents, nutrients, sediment, toxic chemicals, and heat. It describes point and nonpoint pollution sources and outlines several treatment processes for wastewater including primary treatment to remove solids, secondary treatment using microbes to degrade organic waste, and tertiary treatment to further remove nutrients. The document also discusses water quality standards and regulations established by acts like the Clean Water Act to reduce pollution and protect water resources.
Long Island relies solely on groundwater for drinking water. Contamination from improper disposal of household hazardous waste and excess nutrients like nitrogen are negatively impacting water quality. Nitrogen levels are rising in all aquifers due to septic systems, sewage treatment plants, fertilizers, and agriculture. Common contaminants detected include volatile organic chemicals, MTBE, and pesticides. Over 100 pesticides have been found in drinking water wells. The top three pesticides detected are imidacloprid, atrazine, and metalaxyl. Pharmaceutical drugs are also emerging contaminants being detected in surface and groundwater. Proper disposal of wastes and reduction of hazardous chemicals is needed to protect Long Island's sole source aqu
IRJET- Water Pollution, Human Health and Preventive MeasuresIRJET Journal
This document discusses water pollution and its effects on human health. It outlines several key points:
1) Water pollution occurs when unwanted materials enter water and change its quality, harming both the environment and human health. Major sources of pollution include domestic and industrial waste, pesticides/fertilizers, and urban/population growth.
2) Polluted water can spread bacterial, viral and parasitic diseases in humans such as typhoid, cholera, hepatitis and skin infections through contaminated drinking water. Chemicals in polluted water can also cause cancer and birth defects.
3) Preventive measures include proper waste disposal, water treatment, public education, and basic hygiene practices like boiling/filtering water and handw
The document discusses various sources and impacts of water pollution. It describes point sources like industrial facilities that pollute water at specific locations, and nonpoint sources like agricultural runoff that are diffuse and hard to regulate. Major causes of water pollution include agriculture, industry, and mining. Water pollutants can harm human health and aquatic ecosystems. Solutions discussed include better regulation, pollution prevention, water treatment and protecting watersheds.
Residents of ID4 get their drinking water from the Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant, which treats water from several local sources including the Kern River, groundwater, and State Water Project water from Northern California. The plant produces around 29 million gallons per day on average. Treated water is distributed by local water agencies to homes and businesses in the area. Water quality is monitored through regular testing and surveys of the various water sources to protect public health.
This document discusses compounds of emerging concern (CECs) in water and their impact on water utilities. While more research is needed, CECs like pharmaceuticals are ubiquitous in wastewater discharges and detected in surface waters downstream. These compounds can disrupt human and aquatic endocrine systems even at very low concentrations. There is evidence that CECs negatively impact aquatic organisms, with some fish found downstream of wastewater discharges exhibiting intersex characteristics. As detection methods improve, CECs are an increasing regulatory concern that will shape future water and wastewater treatment processes.
This document provides a summary of a presentation given on water resources management financing in Indonesia. It discusses several key topics:
- The scope and institutions involved in water resources financing in Indonesia.
- Issues impacting water security, food security, and sustainability of water resources ecosystems in Indonesia like pollution, watershed degradation, and climate change impacts.
- Government policies and financing programs to address problems and achieve targets for water supply coverage, irrigation development, and food security. Challenges in policy implementation are also analyzed.
- Recommendations are provided to enhance sustainability of water resources ecosystems and management in Indonesia.
The City of Winnipeg is considering whether to build a water treatment plant to treat water from Shoal Lake before it reaches customers. There are risks to public health from parasites and disinfection byproducts with the current system. Experts recommend a water treatment plant to protect public health by reducing these risks. The plant would cost $204 million to build and $12 million annually to operate, and water rates would need to increase by less than 5% to pay for it. A decision will be made in October 1999 after public input is received.
This document discusses various types and causes of water pollution including pathogens, oxygen-demanding agents, nutrients, sediment, toxic chemicals, and heat. It describes point and nonpoint pollution sources and outlines several treatment processes for wastewater including primary treatment to remove solids, secondary treatment using microbes to degrade organic waste, and tertiary treatment to further remove nutrients. The document also discusses water quality standards and regulations established by acts like the Clean Water Act to reduce pollution and protect water resources.
Long Island relies solely on groundwater for drinking water. Contamination from improper disposal of household hazardous waste and excess nutrients like nitrogen are negatively impacting water quality. Nitrogen levels are rising in all aquifers due to septic systems, sewage treatment plants, fertilizers, and agriculture. Common contaminants detected include volatile organic chemicals, MTBE, and pesticides. Over 100 pesticides have been found in drinking water wells. The top three pesticides detected are imidacloprid, atrazine, and metalaxyl. Pharmaceutical drugs are also emerging contaminants being detected in surface and groundwater. Proper disposal of wastes and reduction of hazardous chemicals is needed to protect Long Island's sole source aqu
IRJET- Water Pollution, Human Health and Preventive MeasuresIRJET Journal
This document discusses water pollution and its effects on human health. It outlines several key points:
1) Water pollution occurs when unwanted materials enter water and change its quality, harming both the environment and human health. Major sources of pollution include domestic and industrial waste, pesticides/fertilizers, and urban/population growth.
2) Polluted water can spread bacterial, viral and parasitic diseases in humans such as typhoid, cholera, hepatitis and skin infections through contaminated drinking water. Chemicals in polluted water can also cause cancer and birth defects.
3) Preventive measures include proper waste disposal, water treatment, public education, and basic hygiene practices like boiling/filtering water and handw
The document discusses various sources and impacts of water pollution. It describes point sources like industrial facilities that pollute water at specific locations, and nonpoint sources like agricultural runoff that are diffuse and hard to regulate. Major causes of water pollution include agriculture, industry, and mining. Water pollutants can harm human health and aquatic ecosystems. Solutions discussed include better regulation, pollution prevention, water treatment and protecting watersheds.
Residents of ID4 get their drinking water from the Henry C. Garnett Water Purification Plant, which treats water from several local sources including the Kern River, groundwater, and State Water Project water from Northern California. The plant produces around 29 million gallons per day on average. Treated water is distributed by local water agencies to homes and businesses in the area. Water quality is monitored through regular testing and surveys of the various water sources to protect public health.
This document discusses compounds of emerging concern (CECs) in water and their impact on water utilities. While more research is needed, CECs like pharmaceuticals are ubiquitous in wastewater discharges and detected in surface waters downstream. These compounds can disrupt human and aquatic endocrine systems even at very low concentrations. There is evidence that CECs negatively impact aquatic organisms, with some fish found downstream of wastewater discharges exhibiting intersex characteristics. As detection methods improve, CECs are an increasing regulatory concern that will shape future water and wastewater treatment processes.
This document provides a summary of a presentation given on water resources management financing in Indonesia. It discusses several key topics:
- The scope and institutions involved in water resources financing in Indonesia.
- Issues impacting water security, food security, and sustainability of water resources ecosystems in Indonesia like pollution, watershed degradation, and climate change impacts.
- Government policies and financing programs to address problems and achieve targets for water supply coverage, irrigation development, and food security. Challenges in policy implementation are also analyzed.
- Recommendations are provided to enhance sustainability of water resources ecosystems and management in Indonesia.
This document discusses cellular aging and a supplement called Vivix that is claimed to help fight aging at the cellular level. It summarizes that researchers have spent billions trying to help people feel younger and live longer. Vivix is said to be a revolutionary breakthrough that was developed after years of research to positively impact the four key mechanisms of cellular aging: DNA damage, genetic regulators, declining cellular energy production, and accumulation of AGE proteins. The document provides details on laboratory studies of Vivix ingredients and their potential anti-aging benefits.
Shaklee Energy Chews are packed with a whole lot of healthy attitude -- the kind that gets your body moving, sharpens your mind, and improves your mood.* These great tasting chews are 75% organic and contain B vitamins, amino acids L-theanine and L-tyrosine, natural caffeine from green tea - plus vitamins C and D! And there are no artificial flavors, sweeteners or added preservatives you'll find in other energy products.
The document discusses a vitality quiz that rates daily energy, immune system strength, appearance, stress management, and diet on a scale of 1 to 5. It then introduces the Shaklee Vitalizer supplement, claiming it provides 80 bio-optimized nutrients clinically proven to support longer, healthier lives. It highlights findings from a 50th anniversary landmark study showing long-term Shaklee supplement users had better health biomarkers than non-users. The Vitalizer is said to contain the right nutrients delivered with Shaklee's S.M.A.R.T. technology to the right places at the right times.
The document discusses an inch loss plan called Cinch. It summarizes that most diets fail because they are nutritionally inadequate, too hard to follow, have slow results, use unsafe ingredients, or slow metabolism leading to weight regain. Cinch is claimed to work differently by leveraging nutritional science to help retain muscle mass and break the yo-yo diet cycle. The plan includes protein shakes, bars, tea, and supplements to support weight loss through muscle preservation and fat loss. Customer testimonials provide examples of pounds and inches lost through following the Cinch plan.
Hyperbilirubinemia didactics at Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Source: Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics 19th edition
Most pictures were taken from Google images
The Six Highest Performing B2B Blog Post FormatsBarry Feldman
If your B2B blogging goals include earning social media shares and backlinks to boost your search rankings, this infographic lists the size best approaches.
1) The document discusses the opportunity for technology to improve organizational efficiency and transition economies into a "smart and clean world."
2) It argues that aggregate efficiency has stalled at around 22% for 30 years due to limitations of the Second Industrial Revolution, but that digitizing transport, energy, and communication through technologies like blockchain can help manage resources and increase efficiency.
3) Technologies like precision agriculture, cloud computing, robotics, and autonomous vehicles may allow for "dematerialization" and do more with fewer physical resources through effects like reduced waste and need for transportation/logistics infrastructure.
This document discusses various contaminants that may be present in drinking water and their potential health effects. It notes that an EWG study found over 300 agricultural and industrial pollutants in tap water across 45 states. The EPA has also reported over 700,000 violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act in recent years. Common contaminants discussed include disinfection byproducts, heavy metals like lead, and agricultural and industrial pollutants such as atrazine and benzene. The document advocates taking action to filter water and becoming more educated about water quality issues.
Water is one of our most precious resources. Up to 20% of Lead comes from drinking water. Shaklee Get Clean Water is certified to remove up to 99% of the lead, outperforms other leading brands.
Water quality is affected by various pollutants from point and non-point sources. The key water quality parameters include physical, chemical, and biological characteristics. The major sources of water pollution are domestic and industrial sewage, agricultural runoff containing fertilizers and pesticides, and microbial contaminants from animal and human waste. Poor water quality can cause various water-borne diseases and negatively impact human health. Stringent treatment is required to ensure water is safe for drinking and other daily uses.
water, a substance composed of the chemical elements hydrogen and oxygen and existing in gaseous, liquid, and solid states. It is one of the most plentiful and essential of compounds. A tasteless and odourless liquid at room temperature, it has the important ability to dissolve many other substances.
This document discusses water and marine pollution. It begins by introducing different types of water pollution like point sources from pipes/drains and nonpoint sources from diffuse runoff. Specific sources of water pollution are also outlined like sewage, dumping, industrial and agricultural waste, mining, and power plants. The document then discusses effects of pollution like diseases, ecosystem destruction, and impacts on the food chain. Methods for controlling pollution through wastewater treatment are described. The document also covers types of marine pollution and their effects before concluding with the importance of oceans to the global economy and food supply.
Water comprises over 70% of the human body and covers 70% of the planet. However, surface and ground water sources are being depleted and polluted due to over-pumping, which is exacerbating water crises. Alternative sources like bottled water are problematic due to waste and potential for contamination. Water filtration and choosing sustainable sources can help address issues of access to clean drinking water.
Water is essential to life but is increasingly in crisis. Surface and groundwater sources are being depleted and polluted by agricultural practices like factory farming. Reliance on bottled water is problematic due to environmental impacts of plastic production and bottling and lack of regulation compared to tap water. Water filtration and testing for safety are important due to threats like heavy metals, bacteria, and added substances like fluoride. Chiropractic care and proper nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle can help restore and maintain whole body health and nervous system function.
This document summarizes the sources and effects of water pollution from pharmaceutical industries and the methods used for waste water treatment. The major sources of pollution are industrial, urban, and agricultural waste. Water pollution lowers oxygen levels and allows toxins to accumulate and concentrate up the food chain, resulting in diseases. Treatment methods discussed include various stages of sewage treatment as well as processes like reverse osmosis and nanofiltration. Legislation in various countries aims to regulate pollution levels and ensure safe drinking water. While low levels may not harm humans, antibiotics in waterways can make bacteria resistant to treatment.
This document summarizes the sources and effects of water pollution from pharmaceutical industries and the methods used for waste water treatment. The major sources of pollution are industrial, urban, and agricultural waste. Water pollution lowers oxygen levels and allows toxins to accumulate and concentrate up the food chain. Treatment methods for waste water include primary, secondary, and advanced sewage treatment as well as processes like activated sludge, reverse osmosis, and nanofiltration. Legislation in various countries aims to regulate water quality and limit pharmaceutical pollution. While low levels may not harm humans, antibiotics and other drugs can impact wildlife populations.
This document discusses the harmful effects of environmental toxins and chemicals on human health. It provides evidence that industrial chemicals are polluting our bodies, especially newborns. The President's Cancer Panel recommends choosing organic foods to minimize exposure to pesticides and antibiotics. Exposure to these chemicals has been linked to various cancers as well as developmental and reproductive harm. The document advocates for choosing personal care products without toxic chemicals and transitioning to organic agriculture to improve soil health and reduce synthetic fertilizer use and pollution.
Groundwater Quality And Human Health: Sunderrajan Krishnan, CAREWATERIndia Water Portal
Groundwater quality has a significant impact on human health in India. Several contaminants like fluoride, arsenic, and nitrates are causing widespread health problems. While technologies exist to remove many contaminants, challenges remain in implementing solutions at scale and addressing the root causes of contamination. A holistic approach is needed that considers the roles of various stakeholders like health agencies and emphasizes generating awareness about the links between water quality and community well-being.
Environmental Pollution, Global Climate Change and Biodiversity Management approaches
current status of pollution levels (air, soil and water), strategies implied to curb the problem (particularly in India) and recent research carried in different parts of the world. Mitigation and adaption approach to climate change.
The Long Island Clean Water Coalition, formed by a group of some twenty eco-non-profits and environmental research institutions large and small have come together to to address the water quality crisis now facing Long Island. Our groundwater is polluted, and therefore our drinking water is at peril. Because our ground water is polluted, so are our lakes, streams and bays. Algal blooms wiping out habitats in our bays, shellfish beds closed because of all the nitrogenous waste now in our water.
This presentation is by Adrienne Esposito of The Citizen's Campaign for The Environment. It powerfully presents the problem we as Long Islanders face, and what we can do to bring Long Island back from the brink of disaster.
This document is EPCOR's 2015 water quality report for Bullhead City, Arizona. It provides information about the source and quality of the local water supply. EPCOR is committed to providing safe, high-quality drinking water every day and invests in monitoring and maintaining the water system. The report also contains definitions of various water quality terms and contaminants that may be present in drinking water. It aims to help local water users better understand their community's water supply and EPCOR's role in ensuring its safety.
The document provides an overview of water pollution, including:
1) It discusses various types and sources of water pollution like point sources, non-point sources, oxygen-demanding wastes, plant nutrients, toxic chemicals, and thermal pollution.
2) It outlines efforts to control water pollution through legislation like the Clean Water Act and improvements in sewage treatment.
3) However, it notes that water quality goals have still not been fully met and non-point sources remain a major challenge.
This document discusses cellular aging and a supplement called Vivix that is claimed to help fight aging at the cellular level. It summarizes that researchers have spent billions trying to help people feel younger and live longer. Vivix is said to be a revolutionary breakthrough that was developed after years of research to positively impact the four key mechanisms of cellular aging: DNA damage, genetic regulators, declining cellular energy production, and accumulation of AGE proteins. The document provides details on laboratory studies of Vivix ingredients and their potential anti-aging benefits.
Shaklee Energy Chews are packed with a whole lot of healthy attitude -- the kind that gets your body moving, sharpens your mind, and improves your mood.* These great tasting chews are 75% organic and contain B vitamins, amino acids L-theanine and L-tyrosine, natural caffeine from green tea - plus vitamins C and D! And there are no artificial flavors, sweeteners or added preservatives you'll find in other energy products.
The document discusses a vitality quiz that rates daily energy, immune system strength, appearance, stress management, and diet on a scale of 1 to 5. It then introduces the Shaklee Vitalizer supplement, claiming it provides 80 bio-optimized nutrients clinically proven to support longer, healthier lives. It highlights findings from a 50th anniversary landmark study showing long-term Shaklee supplement users had better health biomarkers than non-users. The Vitalizer is said to contain the right nutrients delivered with Shaklee's S.M.A.R.T. technology to the right places at the right times.
The document discusses an inch loss plan called Cinch. It summarizes that most diets fail because they are nutritionally inadequate, too hard to follow, have slow results, use unsafe ingredients, or slow metabolism leading to weight regain. Cinch is claimed to work differently by leveraging nutritional science to help retain muscle mass and break the yo-yo diet cycle. The plan includes protein shakes, bars, tea, and supplements to support weight loss through muscle preservation and fat loss. Customer testimonials provide examples of pounds and inches lost through following the Cinch plan.
Hyperbilirubinemia didactics at Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
Source: Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics 19th edition
Most pictures were taken from Google images
The Six Highest Performing B2B Blog Post FormatsBarry Feldman
If your B2B blogging goals include earning social media shares and backlinks to boost your search rankings, this infographic lists the size best approaches.
1) The document discusses the opportunity for technology to improve organizational efficiency and transition economies into a "smart and clean world."
2) It argues that aggregate efficiency has stalled at around 22% for 30 years due to limitations of the Second Industrial Revolution, but that digitizing transport, energy, and communication through technologies like blockchain can help manage resources and increase efficiency.
3) Technologies like precision agriculture, cloud computing, robotics, and autonomous vehicles may allow for "dematerialization" and do more with fewer physical resources through effects like reduced waste and need for transportation/logistics infrastructure.
This document discusses various contaminants that may be present in drinking water and their potential health effects. It notes that an EWG study found over 300 agricultural and industrial pollutants in tap water across 45 states. The EPA has also reported over 700,000 violations of the Safe Drinking Water Act in recent years. Common contaminants discussed include disinfection byproducts, heavy metals like lead, and agricultural and industrial pollutants such as atrazine and benzene. The document advocates taking action to filter water and becoming more educated about water quality issues.
Water is one of our most precious resources. Up to 20% of Lead comes from drinking water. Shaklee Get Clean Water is certified to remove up to 99% of the lead, outperforms other leading brands.
Water quality is affected by various pollutants from point and non-point sources. The key water quality parameters include physical, chemical, and biological characteristics. The major sources of water pollution are domestic and industrial sewage, agricultural runoff containing fertilizers and pesticides, and microbial contaminants from animal and human waste. Poor water quality can cause various water-borne diseases and negatively impact human health. Stringent treatment is required to ensure water is safe for drinking and other daily uses.
water, a substance composed of the chemical elements hydrogen and oxygen and existing in gaseous, liquid, and solid states. It is one of the most plentiful and essential of compounds. A tasteless and odourless liquid at room temperature, it has the important ability to dissolve many other substances.
This document discusses water and marine pollution. It begins by introducing different types of water pollution like point sources from pipes/drains and nonpoint sources from diffuse runoff. Specific sources of water pollution are also outlined like sewage, dumping, industrial and agricultural waste, mining, and power plants. The document then discusses effects of pollution like diseases, ecosystem destruction, and impacts on the food chain. Methods for controlling pollution through wastewater treatment are described. The document also covers types of marine pollution and their effects before concluding with the importance of oceans to the global economy and food supply.
Water comprises over 70% of the human body and covers 70% of the planet. However, surface and ground water sources are being depleted and polluted due to over-pumping, which is exacerbating water crises. Alternative sources like bottled water are problematic due to waste and potential for contamination. Water filtration and choosing sustainable sources can help address issues of access to clean drinking water.
Water is essential to life but is increasingly in crisis. Surface and groundwater sources are being depleted and polluted by agricultural practices like factory farming. Reliance on bottled water is problematic due to environmental impacts of plastic production and bottling and lack of regulation compared to tap water. Water filtration and testing for safety are important due to threats like heavy metals, bacteria, and added substances like fluoride. Chiropractic care and proper nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle can help restore and maintain whole body health and nervous system function.
This document summarizes the sources and effects of water pollution from pharmaceutical industries and the methods used for waste water treatment. The major sources of pollution are industrial, urban, and agricultural waste. Water pollution lowers oxygen levels and allows toxins to accumulate and concentrate up the food chain, resulting in diseases. Treatment methods discussed include various stages of sewage treatment as well as processes like reverse osmosis and nanofiltration. Legislation in various countries aims to regulate pollution levels and ensure safe drinking water. While low levels may not harm humans, antibiotics in waterways can make bacteria resistant to treatment.
This document summarizes the sources and effects of water pollution from pharmaceutical industries and the methods used for waste water treatment. The major sources of pollution are industrial, urban, and agricultural waste. Water pollution lowers oxygen levels and allows toxins to accumulate and concentrate up the food chain. Treatment methods for waste water include primary, secondary, and advanced sewage treatment as well as processes like activated sludge, reverse osmosis, and nanofiltration. Legislation in various countries aims to regulate water quality and limit pharmaceutical pollution. While low levels may not harm humans, antibiotics and other drugs can impact wildlife populations.
This document discusses the harmful effects of environmental toxins and chemicals on human health. It provides evidence that industrial chemicals are polluting our bodies, especially newborns. The President's Cancer Panel recommends choosing organic foods to minimize exposure to pesticides and antibiotics. Exposure to these chemicals has been linked to various cancers as well as developmental and reproductive harm. The document advocates for choosing personal care products without toxic chemicals and transitioning to organic agriculture to improve soil health and reduce synthetic fertilizer use and pollution.
Groundwater Quality And Human Health: Sunderrajan Krishnan, CAREWATERIndia Water Portal
Groundwater quality has a significant impact on human health in India. Several contaminants like fluoride, arsenic, and nitrates are causing widespread health problems. While technologies exist to remove many contaminants, challenges remain in implementing solutions at scale and addressing the root causes of contamination. A holistic approach is needed that considers the roles of various stakeholders like health agencies and emphasizes generating awareness about the links between water quality and community well-being.
Environmental Pollution, Global Climate Change and Biodiversity Management approaches
current status of pollution levels (air, soil and water), strategies implied to curb the problem (particularly in India) and recent research carried in different parts of the world. Mitigation and adaption approach to climate change.
The Long Island Clean Water Coalition, formed by a group of some twenty eco-non-profits and environmental research institutions large and small have come together to to address the water quality crisis now facing Long Island. Our groundwater is polluted, and therefore our drinking water is at peril. Because our ground water is polluted, so are our lakes, streams and bays. Algal blooms wiping out habitats in our bays, shellfish beds closed because of all the nitrogenous waste now in our water.
This presentation is by Adrienne Esposito of The Citizen's Campaign for The Environment. It powerfully presents the problem we as Long Islanders face, and what we can do to bring Long Island back from the brink of disaster.
This document is EPCOR's 2015 water quality report for Bullhead City, Arizona. It provides information about the source and quality of the local water supply. EPCOR is committed to providing safe, high-quality drinking water every day and invests in monitoring and maintaining the water system. The report also contains definitions of various water quality terms and contaminants that may be present in drinking water. It aims to help local water users better understand their community's water supply and EPCOR's role in ensuring its safety.
The document provides an overview of water pollution, including:
1) It discusses various types and sources of water pollution like point sources, non-point sources, oxygen-demanding wastes, plant nutrients, toxic chemicals, and thermal pollution.
2) It outlines efforts to control water pollution through legislation like the Clean Water Act and improvements in sewage treatment.
3) However, it notes that water quality goals have still not been fully met and non-point sources remain a major challenge.
There are two main sources of drinking water - surface water and groundwater. Surface water can become contaminated from pollution sources like factories, waste disposal, and agricultural runoff. Groundwater is also at risk of contamination from leaks and spills from underground storage tanks, waste disposal, and excess fertilizers and pesticides used in agriculture. Contaminated drinking water can cause serious health issues in both humans and wildlife. Various remediation methods exist to clean contaminated groundwater, including physical filtration, biological degradation using microorganisms, chemical treatments, and the use of ozone or UV light to purify the water. Protecting drinking water sources from pollution is important for public health.
1. The document discusses the process of reverse boring, where industrial waste is disposed of by drilling deep holes and pumping waste underground, contaminating groundwater supplies.
2. It provides examples of industries in India like steel and textile plants that release toxic chemicals and details how the PPFPL company in Punjab used reverse boring, contaminating water with chemicals like uranium.
3. Reverse boring has led to widespread health issues in affected areas, with high rates of cancer, parasites and diseases of the liver, kidneys and bones reported due to contaminated drinking water.
This document discusses specifications for drinking water set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and the World Health Organization (WHO). It outlines the importance of setting standards to protect public health and compares BIS and WHO standards. Key parameters tested by both organizations include physical, chemical, bacteriological, and biological contaminants. Standards are meant to characterize safe levels of substances and vary between countries based on needs and conditions. The WHO and BIS both use a multi-stage process involving risk assessment and public input to determine acceptable risk levels and set standards accordingly.
waste water management, water conservation, managing usage of water, environmental issue, water pollution and its types, ground water pollution, depleting oxygen in water, suspended matter, chemical water pollution, marine dumping, sewage water, marine dumping, nuclear waste
Travel Clinic Cardiff: Health Advice for International TravelersNX Healthcare
Travel Clinic Cardiff offers comprehensive travel health services, including vaccinations, travel advice, and preventive care for international travelers. Our expert team ensures you are well-prepared and protected for your journey, providing personalized consultations tailored to your destination. Conveniently located in Cardiff, we help you travel with confidence and peace of mind. Visit us: www.nxhealthcare.co.uk
NAVIGATING THE HORIZONS OF TIME LAPSE EMBRYO MONITORING.pdfRahul Sen
Time-lapse embryo monitoring is an advanced imaging technique used in IVF to continuously observe embryo development. It captures high-resolution images at regular intervals, allowing embryologists to select the most viable embryos for transfer based on detailed growth patterns. This technology enhances embryo selection, potentially increasing pregnancy success rates.
How to Control Your Asthma Tips by gokuldas hospital.Gokuldas Hospital
Respiratory issues like asthma are the most sensitive issue that is affecting millions worldwide. It hampers the daily activities leaving the body tired and breathless.
The key to a good grip on asthma is proper knowledge and management strategies. Understanding the patient-specific symptoms and carving out an effective treatment likewise is the best way to keep asthma under control.
The skin is the largest organ and its health plays a vital role among the other sense organs. The skin concerns like acne breakout, psoriasis, or anything similar along the lines, finding a qualified and experienced dermatologist becomes paramount.
5-hydroxytryptamine or 5-HT or Serotonin is a neurotransmitter that serves a range of roles in the human body. It is sometimes referred to as the happy chemical since it promotes overall well-being and happiness.
It is mostly found in the brain, intestines, and blood platelets.
5-HT is utilised to transport messages between nerve cells, is known to be involved in smooth muscle contraction, and adds to overall well-being and pleasure, among other benefits. 5-HT regulates the body's sleep-wake cycles and internal clock by acting as a precursor to melatonin.
It is hypothesised to regulate hunger, emotions, motor, cognitive, and autonomic processes.
These lecture slides, by Dr Sidra Arshad, offer a simplified look into the mechanisms involved in the regulation of respiration:
Learning objectives:
1. Describe the organisation of respiratory center
2. Describe the nervous control of inspiration and respiratory rhythm
3. Describe the functions of the dorsal and respiratory groups of neurons
4. Describe the influences of the Pneumotaxic and Apneustic centers
5. Explain the role of Hering-Breur inflation reflex in regulation of inspiration
6. Explain the role of central chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
7. Explain the role of peripheral chemoreceptors in regulation of respiration
8. Explain the regulation of respiration during exercise
9. Integrate the respiratory regulatory mechanisms
10. Describe the Cheyne-Stokes breathing
Study Resources:
1. Chapter 42, Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 14th edition
2. Chapter 36, Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 26th edition
3. Chapter 13, Human Physiology by Lauralee Sherwood, 9th edition
Lecture 6 -- Memory 2015.pptlearning occurs when a stimulus (unconditioned st...AyushGadhvi1
learning occurs when a stimulus (unconditioned stimulus) eliciting a response (unconditioned response) • is paired with another stimulus (conditioned stimulus)
Test bank for karp s cell and molecular biology 9th edition by gerald karp.pdfrightmanforbloodline
Test bank for karp s cell and molecular biology 9th edition by gerald karp.pdf
Test bank for karp s cell and molecular biology 9th edition by gerald karp.pdf
Test bank for karp s cell and molecular biology 9th edition by gerald karp.pdf
Breast cancer: Post menopausal endocrine therapyDr. Sumit KUMAR
Breast cancer in postmenopausal women with hormone receptor-positive (HR+) status is a common and complex condition that necessitates a multifaceted approach to management. HR+ breast cancer means that the cancer cells grow in response to hormones such as estrogen and progesterone. This subtype is prevalent among postmenopausal women and typically exhibits a more indolent course compared to other forms of breast cancer, which allows for a variety of treatment options.
Diagnosis and Staging
The diagnosis of HR+ breast cancer begins with clinical evaluation, imaging, and biopsy. Imaging modalities such as mammography, ultrasound, and MRI help in assessing the extent of the disease. Histopathological examination and immunohistochemical staining of the biopsy sample confirm the diagnosis and hormone receptor status by identifying the presence of estrogen receptors (ER) and progesterone receptors (PR) on the tumor cells.
Staging involves determining the size of the tumor (T), the involvement of regional lymph nodes (N), and the presence of distant metastasis (M). The American Joint Committee on Cancer (AJCC) staging system is commonly used. Accurate staging is critical as it guides treatment decisions.
Treatment Options
Endocrine Therapy
Endocrine therapy is the cornerstone of treatment for HR+ breast cancer in postmenopausal women. The primary goal is to reduce the levels of estrogen or block its effects on cancer cells. Commonly used agents include:
Selective Estrogen Receptor Modulators (SERMs): Tamoxifen is a SERM that binds to estrogen receptors, blocking estrogen from stimulating breast cancer cells. It is effective but may have side effects such as increased risk of endometrial cancer and thromboembolic events.
Aromatase Inhibitors (AIs): These drugs, including anastrozole, letrozole, and exemestane, lower estrogen levels by inhibiting the aromatase enzyme, which converts androgens to estrogen in peripheral tissues. AIs are generally preferred in postmenopausal women due to their efficacy and safety profile compared to tamoxifen.
Selective Estrogen Receptor Downregulators (SERDs): Fulvestrant is a SERD that degrades estrogen receptors and is used in cases where resistance to other endocrine therapies develops.
Combination Therapies
Combining endocrine therapy with other treatments enhances efficacy. Examples include:
Endocrine Therapy with CDK4/6 Inhibitors: Palbociclib, ribociclib, and abemaciclib are CDK4/6 inhibitors that, when combined with endocrine therapy, significantly improve progression-free survival in advanced HR+ breast cancer.
Endocrine Therapy with mTOR Inhibitors: Everolimus, an mTOR inhibitor, can be added to endocrine therapy for patients who have developed resistance to aromatase inhibitors.
Chemotherapy
Chemotherapy is generally reserved for patients with high-risk features, such as large tumor size, high-grade histology, or extensive lymph node involvement. Regimens often include anthracyclines and taxanes.
Cell Therapy Expansion and Challenges in Autoimmune DiseaseHealth Advances
There is increasing confidence that cell therapies will soon play a role in the treatment of autoimmune disorders, but the extent of this impact remains to be seen. Early readouts on autologous CAR-Ts in lupus are encouraging, but manufacturing and cost limitations are likely to restrict access to highly refractory patients. Allogeneic CAR-Ts have the potential to broaden access to earlier lines of treatment due to their inherent cost benefits, however they will need to demonstrate comparable or improved efficacy to established modalities.
In addition to infrastructure and capacity constraints, CAR-Ts face a very different risk-benefit dynamic in autoimmune compared to oncology, highlighting the need for tolerable therapies with low adverse event risk. CAR-NK and Treg-based therapies are also being developed in certain autoimmune disorders and may demonstrate favorable safety profiles. Several novel non-cell therapies such as bispecific antibodies, nanobodies, and RNAi drugs, may also offer future alternative competitive solutions with variable value propositions.
Widespread adoption of cell therapies will not only require strong efficacy and safety data, but also adapted pricing and access strategies. At oncology-based price points, CAR-Ts are unlikely to achieve broad market access in autoimmune disorders, with eligible patient populations that are potentially orders of magnitude greater than the number of currently addressable cancer patients. Developers have made strides towards reducing cell therapy COGS while improving manufacturing efficiency, but payors will inevitably restrict access until more sustainable pricing is achieved.
Despite these headwinds, industry leaders and investors remain confident that cell therapies are poised to address significant unmet need in patients suffering from autoimmune disorders. However, the extent of this impact on the treatment landscape remains to be seen, as the industry rapidly approaches an inflection point.
low birth weight presentation. Low birth weight (LBW) infant is defined as the one whose birth weight is less than 2500g irrespective of their gestational age. Premature birth and low birth weight(LBW) is still a serious problem in newborn. Causing high morbidity and mortality rate worldwide. The nursing care provide to low birth weight babies is crucial in promoting their overall health and development. Through careful assessment, diagnosis,, planning, and evaluation plays a vital role in ensuring these vulnerable infants receive the specialize care they need. In India every third of the infant weight less than 2500g.
Birth period, socioeconomical status, nutritional and intrauterine environment are the factors influencing low birth weight
Are you looking for a long-lasting solution to your missing tooth?
Dental implants are the most common type of method for replacing the missing tooth. Unlike dentures or bridges, implants are surgically placed in the jawbone. In layman’s terms, a dental implant is similar to the natural root of the tooth. It offers a stable foundation for the artificial tooth giving it the look, feel, and function similar to the natural tooth.
2. THE REAL DIRT ON CLEAN WATER
FACT An Environmental Working Group study found a total of
more than 300 agricultural and industrial pollutants in
the tap water of 45 states; more than half of those
pollutants have no drinking-water safety standards*
FACT Up to 20% of lead exposure comes from
drinking water**
FACT According to EPA, public water utilities have violated the
Safe Drinking Water Act more than 700,000 times
in the past seven years***
Source: *ewg.org/tap-water/executive-summary; **EPA.gov/ogwdw000/hfacts.html; *** FACTOIDS: Drinking Water and Ground Water Statistics for 2009 (EPA 2009) 2
3. WHAT’S IN YOUR WATER?
Disinfection By-products: Long-term exposure may
cause increased risk of cancer, as well as liver, kidney,
or central nervous system problems*
Heavy Metals: Even at low levels, long-term exposure
may cause behavioral problems and learning disabilities*
Agricultural Pollutants: Long-term exposure may cause
increased risk of cancer, as well as eye, liver, kidney, spleen,
blood, and nervous system problems*
Industrial Pollutants: Long-term exposure may cause
increased risk of cancer, as well as blood, nervous system,
kidney, and liver problems*
Source: *epa.gov/safewater 3
4. DISINFECTION BY-PRODUCTS
Disinfection by-products detected in tap
water include:
• trihalomethanes
• chloroform
• bromodicholoromethane
• dibromochloromethane
Public drinking-water disinfection • bromoform
by water utilities is crucial for Long-term exposure may cause liver, kidney, or
controlling waterborne disease, central nervous system problems and can increase
but the chemicals used can form cancer risk*
by-products in our treated water
that increase the risk of cancer.*
Source: *www.epa.gov/safewater 4
5. HEAVY METALS
Lead:
In infants and children, long-term lead exposure may cause
reduced IQ, learning disabilities, and impaired growth*
In adults, long-term lead exposure may cause kidney
problems, nerve disorders, and high blood pressure*
Lead exposure:
Up to 20% comes from drinking water
Source: *epa.gov/lead/pubs/leadinfo.htm 5
6. AGRICULTURAL POLLUTANTS
Atrazine:
• Outlawed in Europe
• 70 million pounds applied in the U.S. per year*
• Long term-exposure may cause cardiovascular and
reproductive problems**
One of the most frequently detected pesticides in
ground water, surface water, and drinking water*
Source: *The Quality of Our Nation’s Water, USGS Circular 1225; EPA atrazine science re-evaluation: potential health impacts (2009); **epa.gov/safewater 6
7. INDUSTRIAL POLLUTANTS
Benzene:
Long-term exposure may cause anemia, decreased
blood platelets, and increased risk of cancer**
Up to 6 million pounds of benzene released into the
U.S. every year*
Source: *Report on carcinogens, 11th ed. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, National Toxicology Program; **epa.gov/safewater 7
8. BOTTLED WATER ISN’T THE ANSWER
Bad Choice for Your Wallet
• Bottled water is 100s to 1,000s X more expensive than tap water
Bad Choice for the Environment
• 1.5 million barrels of oil are used in the production of bottled
water each year**—enough to fuel 50,000 cars for one year
• 1,640,000 tons of packaging waste come from bottled water***
• Only 34% of water bottles are recycled***
Bottled water may not be contaminant free.
the Environmental Working Group found
10 popular brands had a total of 38 contaminants*
Source: *EWG bottled Water Quality investigation (2008); **The U.S. Conference of Mayors, 2007; ***IBWA – International Bottled Water Association, 2007 8
9. WHAT CAN YOU DO?
GET EDUCATED
1. Learn what’s in your water at: epa.gov/safewater/ccr
2. Research how your water gets from your municipality
to your tap
TAKE ACTION
Look for water filtration systems that are
independently certified to reduce contaminants
in your water that are hazardous to your health
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11. INTRODUCING
New multipatented water-filtration system
Beats Leading Brands!
• Certified to reduce lead (Brita® and PUR®
pitchers are not!1)
• Certified to filter 80 gallons— 2X Brita and PUR2
• 1st pitcher with refillable carbon-block filter system
The Smart Choice
• Costs only pennies a gallon
• 1st automatic pitcher meter that shows gallons filtered
1This comparison of current WQA and NSF certified reduction claims was conducted on June 16, 2010, on the Brita OB-36 and the PUR CR-6000C pitchers and
is valid only for the named products marketed at that time. Product claims obtained from respective manufacturers’ Web sites. All trademarks are the property of
their respective owners. 2Compared to Brita and PUR pitcher filters at 40 gallons.
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12. SAFE CLEAN
X CERTIFIED
NOT CERTIFIED 1
to reduce up to 99% of LEAD
to reduce LEAD
1 This comparison of current WQA and NSF certified reduction claims was conducted on June 16, 2010, on the Brita OB-36 and the PUR CR-6000C pitchers
and is valid only for the named products marketed at that time. Product claims obtained from respective manufacturers’ Web sites. All trademarks are the
property of their respective owners. 2 Compared to Brita® and PUR® pitcher filters at 40 gallons. “Leading brands” is defined as Brita and PUR. 12
13. POWERFUL CLEAN
GET CLEAN WATER REDUCES CONTAMINANTS THAT CAN AFFECT YOUR HEALTH
Outperforms Leading Brands! 1
1This comparison of current WQA and NSF certified reduction claims was conducted on June 16, 2010, on the Brita® OB-36 and the PUR® CR-6000C pitchers and is valid only
for the named products marketed at that time. Chart comparison includes contaminants that have Safe Drinking Water Act Maximum Contaminant or Action levels. Models
compared also are certified to reduce chlorine (taste and odor), nominal particulates, plus the following: Brita OB-36: zinc; PUR CR-6000C: cysts, MTBE, and zinc. Product
claims obtained from the respective manufacturers’ Web sites. “Leading brands” is defined as Brita and PUR.
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14. POWERFUL CLEAN
1st refillable carbon-block pitcher filter
Same advanced carbon-block technology as more expensive
sink-installed units
Filters 2X more water than Brita
* ® or PUR®*
80-gallon capacity
Certified to reduce 5X more contaminants than Brita**
*Compared to Brita OB-36 and the PUR CR-6000C pitchers at 40 gallon capacity. All trademarks are the property of their respective owners. **This comparison of current
WQA and NSF certified reduction claims was conducted June 16, 2010, on the Brita OB-36 pitcher and is valid only for the named product marketed at the time. Product
claims obtained from respective manufacturers’ Web sites.
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15. GREEN CLEAN
1st refillable carbon-block pitcher filter
Less plastic to throw away
1st coconut shell carbon-block pitcher
filter using a zero-emissions process
Sustainable and certified zero-emissions process
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16. SMART CLEAN
FOR JUST PENNIES
A GALLON
One Get Clean® Water filter
replaces more than 600
16.9 fl. oz. bottles of water*
*One Get Clean Water filter has an 80-gallon capacity and filters the amount of water contained in more than 600 16.9 fl. oz. bottles of water.
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17. SMART CLEAN
TELLS YOU WHEN TO CHANGE FILTERS
1st AUTOMATIC PITCHER METER
DOESN’T WASTE SPACE
SLIM PROFILE DESIGN
FOOD-SAFE PITCHER
BPA-FREE PLASTIC
LOTS OF CLEANER,
HEALTHIER WATER
80 GALLONS OF CLEANER, 10-CUP CAPACITY
HEALTHIER WATER
CERTIFIED BY WATER
QUALITY ASSOCIATION
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