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Dales and Moors rivers among those under the microscope for drugs

Scientists from York University reveal extent of pharmaceutical pollution of rivers in National Parks

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Sarah Hartley
Aug 14, 2024
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River Ure in the Yorkshire Dales

Caffeine, diabetes medicine and animal antibiotics - Just some of the drugs scientists found in the rivers within National Parks in the north.

Scientists at York University revealed this week a study into all the UK’s National Parks where they tested for traces of drugs. And while the Peak District hit the headlines nation…

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