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Millions of U.S. Students Attend Schools Near Environmentally Hazardous Sites

Millions of U.S. students attend a school close to a contaminated environmental site associated with an increased risk of cancer, birth defects and other negative health outcomes – with students of color disproportionately enrolled in these schools. Native American, Black and Latino children are 124%, 86% and 43% respe…

Last updated February 26, 20261 source · 1 outlet

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