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Residents concerned about health effects of hydrofracking
2013-04-29 05:56:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
ScienceDaily: Those living in areas near natural gas operations, also known as hydraulic fracturing, or fracking, are concerned their illnesses may be a result of nearby drilling operations. Twenty-two percent of the participants in a small pilot study surmise that hydrofracking may be the cause of such health concerns as sinus problems, sleeping difficulties, and gastrointestinal problems. The findings will be presented at the American Occupational Health Conference on April 28 in Orlando, Florida. Scientists...
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Hydrofracking Safe, Says N.Y. Health Dept. Analysis
2013-01-03 16:20:00| Climate Ark Climate Change & Global Warming Newsfeed
New York Times: The states Health Department found in an analysis it prepared early last year that the much-debated drilling technology known as hydrofracking could be conducted safely in New York, according to a copy obtained by The New York Times from an expert who did not believe it should be kept secret. The analysis and other health assessments have been closely guarded by Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo and his administration as the governor weighs whether to approve fracking. Mr. Cuomo, a Democrat, has long delayed...
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