Persistent concentrations of hormones, antidepressants, and antibiotics end up in our waterways and our drinking water according to the US Geological Survey<!--[if !supportFootnotes]-->Perhaps this is a cheap public health measure for keeping everyone healthy! Unfortunately, a recent study found that a mixture of 13 common medications found in drinking water inhibits cell growth and causes negative changes to human embryonic cells. Simply put, by-products of industrial society are not the only endocrine disruptors; medications for humans and livestock have negative consequences on our health as well. Casual disposal of medicinal hormones creates water-borne pollution. Proper disposal of pharmaceutical medications is a must.
