Fracking

'Fracking' Leads To Premature Birth And High-Risk Pregnancies, Study

By R. Siva Kumar - Oct 10, 2015 01:04 PM EDT

Living near hydraulic fracturing wells leads to premature births, which in turn could result in a number of medical conditions such as breathing problems, cerebral palsy, hearing and vision impairments, developmental delay and long-term neurological disabilities

Fracking Chemicals Found in Pennsylvania Groundwater

By Dustin M Braden - May 04, 2015 06:33 PM EDT

For the first time since the fracking boom has revolutionized the American oil industry, chemicals used in the process have been found in drinking water raising new questions about the safety of a practice that is already known to be responsible for causing earthquakes.

New York will Ban Fracking due to Health Risks

By Cheri Cheng - Dec 18, 2014 10:30 AM EST

New York state has decided to ban fracking after a health report revealed several risks involved with the process.

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