If you’re worried that your well water is at risk, you can get it tested. To get a sense of your risk, check the online map ...

Making coffee, taking a shower or brushing your teeth — these are just a few times during the day when you use your home's water. How do you know if it's safe? Public water systems in both Wisconsin ...

When reports of contaminated drinking water emerge — especially when it’s close to home, like lead being detected at UNC-Chapel Hill — it can be concerning. You may worry about the water in your own ...

Chicago residents risk daily lead exposure from toxic lead service lines, the underground pipes that connect buildings to the city’s water supply. The city has the most lead service lines in the ...

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Use a screwdriver to test water penetration at 4-6 inches. Water early in the morning to prevent evaporation. Water deeply once or twice a week to encourage strong roots. Using a screwdriver to ...

A water deprivation test checks how the body responds to several hours without water intake. A doctor may request this test to help diagnose conditions such as arginine vasopressin disorder (AVD).