The Connection Between PFAS and Kidney Cancer
PFAS, including PFOA and PFOS, continue infiltrating our environment, with over 98% of the US population displaying detectable levels in their blood. […]
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Landfills in the United States
Environmental Impacts and Health Hazards Landfills play a crucial role in waste management, but their environmental impacts and potential health hazards are […]
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Abandoned Oilfield Wells & Equipment Impact in Louisiana
Louisiana, a state endowed with abundant natural resources, has a longstanding history with the oil and gas industry. While these resources have […]
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Elevated PFAS in Firefighter Gear
The NIST released a new report in January 16, 2024 concerning PFAS in firefighting turnout gear. The report responds to the National […]
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Hurt riding bicycle in Louisiana, what should I do?
Riding a bicycle is a great way to exercise and enjoy the Louisiana outdoors. However, a bike ride can turn deadly when […]
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Withdrawing Opt-Out Elections
in the 3M Water Settlement The $12.5 billion 3M Public Water System class settlement presents an opportunity for the recovery of costs […]
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Dupont Water Settlement Deadlines & Payments
DuPont agreed to pay $1.085 billion to settle all damages caused to public drinking water systems by PFAS contamination. In sum, the […]
Read moreFDA Issues New Guidelines on Benzene Exposure
The Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) recently issued guidelines to minimize benzene exposure in the consumer market. Specifically, the guidelines are directed […]
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EPA Announces New Steps to Protect Communities from PFAS
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced new measures to safeguard communities and the environment from the health risks associated with […]
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I was Injured at a Crosswalk in Louisiana
What Should I do? Crosswalks should be designed to provide safety for pedestrians. However, slip, trip, and fall hazards often exist and […]
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PFAS in Landfill Leachate: A Growing Concern
Introduction Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) have emerged as significant environmental pollutants. They come from various products like non-stick cookware, water-repellent fabrics, […]
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Oil & Gas Industry had Knowledge of the Risks of Climate Impacts from CO2 Emissions in 1954
Early Funding of Climate Research In 1954, the fossil fuel industry began funding climate science. This was way before many people knew […]
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Fetal PFAS Exposure Impacts Metabolism & Liver Function
The Lancet recently published a study titled “In utero exposures to perfluoroalkyl substances and the human fetal liver metabolome in Scotland: a […]
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Recent FDA Recalls and Important Notifications
The Food & Drug Administration (“FDA”) oversees the regulation and safety of prescription drugs, over-the-counter drugs, and medical devices. It also oversees […]
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Banned Book-shelf in Texas High School
Book Banning The Texas State Board of Education passed legislation in late 2023 prohibiting sexually explicit, pervasively vulgar or educationally unsuitable books […]
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EU Attacks Alabama for Nitrogen Gas Execution
EU Statement The European Union has criticized the U.S. state of Alabama for executing a convicted murderer using nitrogen gas. A method, […]
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Supreme Court Denies Epic in Game Suit
Background Fortnite is a massively popular video game developed and produced by Epic Games. Because of the popularity of Fortnite on video […]
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