Drinking

• 環境保護庁（EPA）は、MAHA運動による提唱や公衆衛生上の懸念に応え、マイクロプラスチックと抗うつ薬を飲料水の汚染物質に指定した。 • この指定は、健康の専門家や環境保護論者の間で懸念が高まっている米国の水道水に含まれる新たな汚染物質に対処するための、重要な規制上のステップとなる。 • この指定により、将来的にこれらの物質に対する飲料水基準や処理要件を確立するための規制措置が促される可能性がある。

• Environmental Working Group study finds 20% of Americans used systems with elevated nitrate levels from 2021-2023 data. • Nitrate poses health risks including cancer and developmental issues in contaminated supplies. • Affects millions nationwide, urging stricter regulations and testing.

• NBC News reports a major study shows fluoride in U.S. drinking water has no impact on children's IQ or brain function, countering prior concerns. • The research, involving large-scale data analysis, confirms safety levels set by U.S. regulations pose no neurodevelopmental risks. • Findings matter as they support ongoing public fluoridation policies amid debates, potentially easing community health disputes.

• A new VCU Health study indicates alcohol-related liver disease prevalence may be twice as high as previously estimated because of underreported alcohol consumption. • The research uncovers hidden scale of liver damage, challenging prior data on this growing public health issue. • Findings highlight need for better screening and awareness amid rising alcohol use disorders in the US.