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Two Incredible, Hard-Fought Victories

Two Incredible, Hard-Fought Victories

August 4, 2017 by Prevent Harm Leave a Comment

Incredible things happened this week. By decisive bipartisan votes to override Governor LePage's vetoes, Maine Legislators prioritized the health and safety of Maine children, families, and firefighters--and established a precedent-setting standard for the ... Read More

Tagged in: drinking water flame retardants kids health maine water well water 
Maine People Have the Right to Safe, Clean Drinking Water

Maine People Have the Right to Safe, Clean Drinking Water

January 10, 2015 by Emma Halas O'Connor Leave a Comment

Access to safe, clean water is a basic human right. We’re supposed to drink at least 8 glasses each day to stay healthy… but for some Maine families, every sip contains toxic chemicals like arsenic -- linked to lowered IQ levels, and skin and bladder cancer. ... Read More

Tagged in: arsenic health equity well water 

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