News tagged with huron river
Careless disposal of antibiotics can create aquatic superbugs
A wastewater treatment plant can provide the perfect mating ground for carelessly disposed of antibiotics to form superbugs that are eventually discharged into streams and lakes, says a University of Michigan researcher.
Oct 27, 2011 |
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Water quality improves after lawn fertilizer ban, study shows
(PhysOrg.com) -- In an effort to keep lakes and streams clean, municipalities around the country are banning or restricting the use of phosphorus-containing lawn fertilizers, which can kill fish and cause ...
Aug 17, 2009 |
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Bacteria create aquatic superbugs in waste treatment plants
(PhysOrg.com) -- For bacteria in wastewater treatment plants, the stars align perfectly to create a hedonistic mating ground for antibiotic-resistant superbugs eventually discharged into streams and lakes.
May 11, 2009 |
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