2024-25 Faculty Research
Jean Cadet, Padma Tadi Uppala, and Dixon Anjejo (Population Health, Nutrition & Wellness).
The efficiency of filtration and water softener systems used to treat water from private well, in Berrien County, MI.
Various water filter devices have been used to remove contaminants from private well water. Unfortunately, their efficiently varies from one brand to another. Harmful bacteria, viruses, parasites, lead, arsenic, nitrates and pesticides have been found in private well water. Their long-term exposure may increase risks for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease and lung, bladder, and skin cancer. Thus, the purpose of this project is to test the efficiency of common filtration and water softener systems used to treat water from private wells in Berrien County, Michigan.