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California algae bloom is making sea lions aggressive, researchers say

Hundreds of aggravated sea lions have emerged on Southern California beaches after consuming toxic algae, researchers say.
Gabriel Filippelli: Biden's infrastructure plan targets lead pipes that threaten public health across the US
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Gabriel Filippelli: Biden's infrastructure plan targets lead pipes that threaten public health across the US

President Biden has proposed spending $45 billion to replace every lead water pipe and service line in the nation. A public health expert explains why he sees this as a worthwhile investment.
link between ocean pollution and illness
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BC and Woods Hole scientists show link between ocean pollution and illness

A new study draws some jarring conclusions on the link between ocean pollution and human health.

How air pollution could be harming your brain
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How air pollution could be harming your brain

According to one expert, "The risk of air pollution on the brain is a much broader risk factor than we've given it credit for."

Getting the lead out: Why battery recycling is a global health hazard
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Getting the lead out: Why battery recycling is a global health hazard

Small-scale businesses that recycle the lead from auto batteries are proliferating. Experts say the pollution from these unregulated operations is a lethal threat – with children being the most vulnerable to poisoning.

As the west burns, Trump administration races to demolish environmental protections
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As the west burns, Trump administration races to demolish environmental protections

Polluters and their agents in government want to finalize as many environmental rollbacks as possible before the presidential election.
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