Pharmaceutical substances found in waters of Donana

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 09:56 in Health & Medicine

Researchers from the University of Seville (US) have detected active pharmaceutical substances for the first time in the waters of the Doñana National Park and its surrounding areas. The results suggest eco-toxicological risks for aquatic organisms. The scientists recommend that advanced technologies should be used to treat urban waste water in order to remove these compounds.

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