Researchers have developed new technology that uses cell-free synthetic biology for quick and inexpensive water quality tests, with the ability to identify 17 contaminants from a single drop of water.

I’ve been told plenty of times that I need to drink more water by doctors, family, and friends. My only problem, though, is that I don’t always trust what comes out of the tap. I live in New York City ...

Sign up for The Morning Report with all your must-read news for the day. Even though San Diego beaches are failing water quality tests after public health officials ...

Water samples within the device glow green when a contaminant is detected. The National Science Foundation is backing a pilot study by Northwestern University to develop and distribute water quality ...

Fortunately, most drinking water is safe to drink. Here are a few contaminants to look out for, along with tips to test for ...

The recent wildfires in Los Angeles have unleashed new concerns over air quality and now, water quality too, with the Los Angeles Department of Water & Power (LADWP) issuing an “Unsafe Water Alert” on ...

“It tests the turbidity of the water, which is one of the most vital and mandatory parameters for drinking water quality. Professionals test the turbidity of drinking water to rapidly check if it ...

EAU CLAIRE, Wis. (EAU CLAIRE CITY-COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE) - On Monday, May 19, the Health Department will kick off its yearly beach monitoring program, which starts in late May and ...

JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Beginning this year, the Boone Lake Association (BLA) will perform weekly water quality testing from its facility located at the Rockingham Marina. Until now, the ...

Press releases are posted on Independent.com as a free community service. (SANTA BARBARA, Calif.) – Santa Barbara County Public Health Department, Environmental Health Services is pleased to announce ...