Update: The EPA Moves to Curb Carcinogens
The first major new regulation for chemical factories in almost 20 years is a BIG deal
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Dear Readers,
Last week, when I wrote about the increase in cancer rates for young people, I discussed the link between environmental pollution and cancer, and ended on an ominous note that mixed both warning with optimism:
These connections between the environment, animals, and our own health is a perfect example of One Health: we are all linked together inextricably. You cannot separate conservation and green initiatives from societal well-being. While this may seem daunting, progress is possible… Through the Clean Air Act and many other state and federal regulations, we have made great strides reducing air pollution and carbon emissions in the United States. The first step to solving a problem is admitting we have one. Hopefully through continued research and innovation we can identify the major causes of in…
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