Toxic Chemicals in US Water and Food

America's growing obsession with toxins: Why we're worried and what can be done

Americans are increasingly worried about exposure to harmful chemicals in food, water, packaging, and consumer products, with over 70% expre

Microplastic contamination in the Great Lakes threatens drinking water and fish supplies for millions

The Great Lakes, which provide drinking water to over 40 million people in the U.S. and Canada, are contaminated with microplastics containi

Testimony of Environmental Working Group on proposals to Make America Healthier Again

2026 Airline Water Study Finds Significant Quality Variations and Health Concerns

A 2026 study by the Center for Food as Medicine and Longevity reveals significant variations in airline drinking water quality, with many ai

EPA proposes monitoring 30 unregulated chemicals in drinking water but omits microplastics, sparking concern

The EPA has proposed a new rule to monitor 30 unregulated chemicals in US drinking-water systems, including ultrashort PFAS, pesticides, and

Study Finds PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' in 95% of U.S. Beers Tested

A scientific study published in Environmental Science & Technology found that 95% of beers tested across the U.S. contain PFAS (forever chem