State holds hearings on water protection program
State health officials launch five public hearings on the Source Water Assessment and Protection Program tied to the federal Safe Drinking Water Act. Bill Toomey notes the plan will review 1274 public water systems, funding of 1.2 million over five years, and possible changes to local laws based on data gathered.
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Heart disease deaths higher in Appalachia study finds
West Virginia University researchers report Appalachia shows higher heart disease mortality at younger ages due to poverty rural isolation and limited access to healthy foods and medical care. The study covers 1980 to 1993 across 15 states including Kentucky West Virginia Virginia Ohio and Pennsylvania.
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West Virginia University
Appalachia
Elizabeth Barnett
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Appalachian Regional Commission
Commission
Washington, D.C
Mike Kiernan
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