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Too Soon To Know Hospital Compliance with Federal Government Legionella Policy
Hospitals and nursing homes that receive government payments were ordered in June 2017 to pay greater attention to harmful bacteria in their plumbing systems.
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Water Crises Named the Biggest Business Risk in Four Countries
Business leaders in some of the world’s most water-stressed countries say that water availability and pollution are the biggest risks to their operations.
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Groundwater Scarcity, Pollution Set India on Perilous Course
Drained and contaminated aquifers contribute to India’s “worst water crisis.”
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What’s Up With Water – December 3, 2018
Your weekly "need to know" news of the world's water from Circle of Blue.
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Michigan Local Health Authorities Wary of Septic Bill Mandates Without Funding
Health departments do not currently have staff to carry out the bill’s orders, local officials say.
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Comprehensive Government Climate Report Warns That Warming Planet Threatens U.S. Water Security
The National Climate Assessment is meant to inform U.S. leaders about changes to land, water, and air from a warming planet.
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EPA Watchdog Flags Unregulated Pollutants in Treated Sewage Sludge
An undermanned EPA is potentially failing to protect human health and the environment from hundreds of pollutants in treated sewage sludge
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Counting Homes Cut Off From Water Is A Data Collection Nightmare
California utilities revolt against state attempt for more water shutoff information.