Water Safety Health News Page 2

EPA moves likely cut cases of lung and bladder cancer

Naturally occurring element can raise risk of cancers, other health problems

As residents return to their homes, bacteria, mold and toxins are a threat, health experts say

Toxins left by flood waters a particular concern, doctors say

Contaminated water can cause infections, displace residents who lack needed meds

Researchers found lead water pipes were laced with high amounts of potentially deadly chemical

Know the signs of dry and secondary drowning, expert cautions

Water left behind after a swim can give you a serious earache -- but not if you know what to do

Kiddie pools are the biggest offenders, infectious diseases expert says

Electric shock in water can kill unless you take precautions with nearby wiring

Effective water management, sanitation programs can reduce the risk of exposure to this deadly bacteria

Heart compressions were even more effective than automatic defibrillator, study finds

Cryptosporidiosis can cause weeks of watery diarrhea, CDC warns

More than one-third surveyed would let child swim unsupervised in neighborhood or hotel pool

Tests for more than 700 chemicals in 38 waterways turned up surprising combinations with unknown effects