Boil Water Alert Highlights Importance of Clean Water

A recent “boil water” alert in parts of North Yorkshire serves as a stark reminder of how much we rely on clean water. Residents in High Bentham, Low Bentham, and Burton in Lonsdale were advised by Yorkshire Water to boil their tap water after routine tests revealed the presence of coliform bacteria. This incident led…

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Celebrating Earth Day 2025: Securing a Sustainable Future for Water

Today, we join millions around the globe in celebrating Earth Day 2025, a moment to reflect, act, and renew our commitment to protecting our planet’s precious resources. At Scotmas, we are proud to be at the forefront of developing innovative solutions to our planet’s most pressing challenge: water scarcity. Through our advanced Chlorine Dioxide water…

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Chlorine Dioxide: Eliminating the Threat of Carcinogenic Trihalomethanes - Scotmas

Chlorine Dioxide: Eliminating the Threat of Carcinogenic Trihalomethanes

Safe and clean drinking water is a fundamental necessity for public health. Conventional water disinfection methods, particularly chlorination, have been found to introduce harmful chemical by-products known as trihalomethanes (THMs). A systematic review and meta-analysis published in Environmental Health Perspectives (2025) has highlighted the alarming association between exposure to THMs in drinking water and an…

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Coca-Cola Recalls Beverages Over High Chlorate Content

Coca-Cola Recalls Beverages Over High Chlorate Content

In a significant development, Coca-Cola recently announced the recall of several popular beverages, including Coke, Sprite, and Fanta, due to high chlorate content. Chlorates, which can form during the disinfection process, pose a potential health risk if present in excessive amounts, especially for vulnerable populations such as young children and those with compromised immune systems.…

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