Lead in water

Acidic water stripped the lead right out of water infrastructure pipes in Flint, analysis reveals

August 18, 2017 -

Posted by Rhonda Johansson

(Natural News) Research conducted by a team from the University of Michigan finally exposed the cause of the water crisis in their state. Contrary to a regulator’s claim earlier this year, the difficulty can be attributed to a lack of anti-corrosion treatment for the aging water systems in Flint, Michigan. The study analyzed the lead […]

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Disturbing discovery: Replacing old water pipes with NEW pipes causes the unleashing of toxic lead and other heavy metals

August 13, 2017 -

Posted by Isabelle Z.

(Natural News) The country’s aging water infrastructure was thrust into the spotlight when the water crisis in Flint, Michigan, entered full swing a few years ago. This left many people questioning whether their water was also at risk. If you have lead in your drinking water, replacing the pipes might seem like the most obvious […]

in: Environment, Health, Heavy metals & toxic elements, Science, Toxic chemicals, Toxic Water, Water, Water Health

Veteran mistreated at work for being the husband of Flint water crisis whistleblower

December 12, 2016 -

Posted by Howard Roark

(Natural News) Dennis and Lee Ann Walters have two 5-year-old boys, and the twins have been poisoned by lead from Flint, Michigan’s tainted water supply. The boys continue to suffer health problems. Lead is a toxic heavy metal that accumulates in the body and can cause brain damage. As noted by the Chicago Tribune, exposure […]

in: Current Events, First Amendment, Heavy metals & toxic elements, military, Toxic chemicals, Whistle blower