New research sheds light on disturbing health trends observed around oil and gas wells: 'Important need for additional studies'

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New research sheds light on disturbing health trends observed around oil and gas wells: 'Important need for additional studies'

A new study published in MDPI mapped out oil and gas operations in Alberta, Canada, uncovering some concerning statistics about community health, especially among two vulnerable demographics. What's happening? The researchers estimated that around 3% to 13% of people in the province live within 1.5 kilometers (a little under a mile) of an active oil well and an active flare, where excess gas is burned off. On average, the study identified a 9% t…