Fracking,the Environment and Health

Fracking,the Environment and Health

Evidence of the negative human and ecologic
health effects of fracking are emerging, and it should
be noted that sufficient evidence has been presented
to the ANA, the American Public Health Association,
and the American Medical Association’s Resident
and Fellow Section  to result in a call for a moratorium
on the issuance of new fracking permits nationally.
Nurses’ voices in our communities, in state
legislatures, in Congress, and with the EPA can help
to keep health issues front and center as we address
national energy needs and policies.