arsenic contamination
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Study Zeros In on Source of Arsenic in Bengal Basin’s Deep Wells
Typically only shallow wells have arsenic problems, but in an area of India and Bangladesh, deep wells are highly contaminated. Scientists are starting to learn why.
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Study Identifies Better, Cheaper Ways to Stem Arsenic Poisoning in Bangladesh
Some solutions are over 100 times cheaper than others, costing as little as $1 per person.
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Urban Pumping Raises Arsenic Risk in Southeast Asia
River Water Is Now Flowing Into Aquifers Through Highly Contaminated Sediments
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Get the Facts: Arsenic in New Jersey Well Water
A new initiative aims to help homeowners in New Jersey cope with arsenic contamination in private wells—a problem that has only come to light in recent years, and about which many homeowners are still unaware.
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Arsenic Stubbornly Taints Many U.S. Wells, Say New Reports
New Light on a Neglected Threat to Health, Child Development
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Pumping Draws Arsenic Toward a Big-City Aquifer
Groundwater Removal May Affect Supplies in South Asia and Beyond
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Natural Processes Can Limit Spread of Arsenic in Water, Says Study
Wells From Asia to North America Vulnerable
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Scientists Urge Revised Policies to Address Arsenic Problem in Bangladesh
An international group of scientists are suggesting new priorities for the next government of Bangladesh to advance the country’s fight against naturally occurring arsenic in groundwater. In an article entitled “Ensuring Safe Drinking Water in Bangladesh,” they urge a major revision of government policy following upcoming elections. Their work appeared in the December 15 issue…
