It was just two years ago that scientists were able to conclude that the extent of harm caused by the fracking fluid in 2016. Almost 10 years ago, a study found it caused 410,000 asthma flare ups, 2,200 new cases of childhood asthma, and 7,500 excess deaths, costing $77 billion in health impacts. Now, these examples are are only a drop in the bucket. We don't even have accurate numbers of just how many Americans are affected. (02:28–02:44)
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Asserts a study found fracking caused significant asthma cases, deaths, and $77 billion in health impacts.
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