CCE and the Yale Superfund Research Center will be hosting a free community meeting to discuss the impacts of 1,4-dioxane in drinking water and Yale’s new health study on Long Island
1,4-dioxane is a contaminant of concern in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. This chemical, referred to as a "forever chemical," has been used in industrial practices and common household products including shampoo, body wash, laundry detergent, baby products, and dish soaps. The EPA classifies 1,4-dioxane as a likely carcinogen, but its effects on public health are still not well known. Unfortunately, Long Island had some of the highest levels of 1,4-dioxane in drinking water in the nation.
The Yale Superfund Research Center is in the initial phase of investigating 1,4-dioxane exposure on human health in Long Island communities. CCE has partnered with Yale Superfund Research Center in a 1,4-dioxane health study for Long Island residents. This critical study seeks to engage Long Island residents to participate in this drinking water and blood sample health study.
To learn more about this groundbreaking study, please join our community meeting with the Yale Superfund Research Center.
When: Monday, April 22, from 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Where: Hicksville Public Library, 169 Jerusalem Ave, Hicksville, NY
Thank you for joining us!
Sincerely,
All of us at CCE