Long term geochemical variation of brines derived from a major phosphogypsum pond of SW Europe.

Highlights Geochemical variations of brines depend on dilution and evaporation. The recharge with brines generated in the PG stack produces dilution. Highest concentrations are shown in summer, except for F?. The removal of layered salts and brines in summer should be considered. Abstract The chemical evolution of brines resulting from an inactive phosphogypsum pond derived […]

Rosatom issues a public response to Bellona’s concerns over depleted uranium imports

Rosatom, Russia’s state nuclear corporation, has publically responded to criticism from Bellona over the company’s renewed policy of importing uranium hexafluoride, a byproduct of nuclear fuel fabrication, from an enrichment facility located in Germany. In remarks published Monday by the RIA Novosti Russian newswire, the company insisted that the substance, which many environmentalists consider to […]

Some Types of Tea Can Harm Your Health

Next to water, tea is the most popular beverage in the world and for good reason. Numerous studies have linked the consumption of tea to reduced cancer and cardiovascular risks as well as a way to prevent Alzheimer’s disease. But despite its well-researched health benefits, some scientists warn that sipping certain varieties of teas can […]

Record-aiming dental camp in Delhi on Children’s Day

More than 1,500 children are likely to be screened on Children’s Day on November 14 for anti-cavity treatment (fluoride application) as part of a record-aiming, mega free dental camp in Delhi planned by Smile India. Children at high risk would given anti-cavity fluoride treatment at 18 different centres spread across Delhi NCR, at the same […]

Community Water Fluoridation: Perspectives Differ on Whether Practice Helps, Hurts.

Fluoride is a natural substance that is released from rocks into the water, air and soil. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, there is not enough natural fluoride in our drinking water to prevent tooth decay. Dental decay became a huge debate during WWII when many individuals were getting rejected from the […]

Letter: City shouldn’t force residents to drink fluoridated water

The city of Asheville is putting a known neurotoxin in our water supply. The city of Asheville states on its website that our “pristine” water supply is fed by pure mountain streams protected from contaminants and pollution. The website even has a picture of a beautiful lake surrounded by trees and mountains. If the water […]

Melbourne council expected to vote on fluoride in drinking water

MELBOURNE, Fla. – Fluoride, common in most toothpaste, is also added to the drinking water in many communities, but Tuesday night that could change for the City of Melbourne. As FOX 35 has been reporting, there are many drinking water controversies in this part of Brevard County. The practice of adding fluoride is no exception.  Decades ago, cities and towns […]

EPA denies TSCA petition to ban hydrofluoric acid in oil refineries

The US EPA has denied an NGO’s petition to prohibit the use of hydrofluoric acid in manufacturing processes at oil refineries under TSCA, continuing the agency’s trend of rejecting such requests. Filed under section 21 of the law by Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER) in August, the petition argued that the substance – used as […]

Arvada to halt water fluoridation due to hazardous leak

Arvada will stop adding fluoride to its water temporarily, due to a leaking tank at the Ralston Water Treatment plant. “The city has notified dentists in Arvada and encourages residents to consult their dental health provider about ways to maintain dental health,” reads the city’s website. Arvada used a liquid fluoride system, but the leaking […]

Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation unveils $1.3 million grant campaign

The Delta Dental of Arkansas Foundation unveiled its “SMILES: POSSIBLE” campaign, a $1.3 million grant initiative aimed at improving Arkansans’ oral health. The new program is part of the foundation’s five-year strategic plan to transform communities and lives through oral health education, prevention and treatment. Eligible Arkansas-based organizations are encouraged to apply for funding now […]