CCE, Senator Anthony Palumbo, and the Yale Superfund Research Center will be hosting a free community meeting on August 9th to discuss the impacts of 1,4-dioxane and Yale’s new health study on Long Island
1,4-Dioxane is an emerging contaminant of concern in Nassau and Suffolk Counties. This chemical, referred to as a "forever chemical," has been used in industrial practices and was found in 80% of common household products tested, including shampoo, body wash, laundry detergent, baby products, and dish soap. The EPA has listed 1,4-dioxane as a carcinogen, but its effects on public health are still not well known. Unfortunately, Long Island has 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 study seeks to engage Long Island residents to better understand the impact of 1,4-dioxane exposure on public health. We will be recruiting community members to participate in this drinking water and blood sample study.
To learn more about this groundbreaking study, please join our Community Meeting with Senator Anthony Palumbo and the Yale Superfund Research Center. Register here
When: Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at 6:30 PM
Where: Riverhead Free Library, 330 Court St, Riverhead, NY
Thank you for joining us!
Sincerely,
All of Us at CCE
