A Pennsylvania study suggests links between fracking and asthma, lymphoma in children

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A Pennsylvania study suggests links between fracking and asthma, lymphoma in children
apnews.com

Researchers in heavily drilled Pennsylvania are adding to a body of evidence suggesting links between the natural gas industry and certain health problems.

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So frustrating that this industry isn’t properly regulated. It’s massively profitable and has had a profound impact US energy structure.

Yet basic regulations can’t be implemented because they’re “too challenging” for the industry. Even as continued evidence of its harm pops up.

It’s insane. And shameful. I have some shockingly wealthy acquaintances connected to the industry, and without fail, they’ll all spread the pro-industry propaganda before any votes related to the most basic regulations. It’s pathetic. Absolutely blinded by greed.

It’s massively profitable…

Look no further. Here lies the underlying cause of your frustration.

The process was invented after Reagan, so good luck creating new regulations for it.