Health Tip: Protect Your Water Supply
(HealthDay News) -- Clean water is vital for the survival, while contaminated water can be harm human health, says MedlinePlus.
To help protect your water supply, the government website urges:
- Do not pour household chemicals down the drain.
- Take paints, cleaners and chemicals to a hazardous waste collection site.
- Dispose of household grease or hygiene products in a garbage can, not down the sink or toilet.
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