EPA
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U.S. Government. Environmental Protection Agency: an independent federal agency, created in 1970, that sets and enforces rules and standards that protect the environment and control pollution.
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eicosapentaenoic acid: an omega-3 fatty acid present in fish oils.
abbreviation
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eicosapentaenoic acid: a fatty acid, found in certain fish oils, that can reduce blood cholesterol
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Environmental Protection Agency
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Over 12 weeks, the fish oil groups had dose related increases in serum EPA and DHA.
From Science Daily • May 31, 2026
The EPA says methyl methacrylate is irritating to the skin, eyes, and mucous membranes in humans.
From Barron's • May 24, 2026
In addition to eye, skin and breathing problems, MMA exposure can cause headaches, coughing and lethargy, according to the EPA.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026
The EPA in 2024 issued a rule requiring drinking water systems nationwide to replace these pipes within 10 years.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
“Only this time they don’t think it can be saved. I was at a meeting last night and Helen Shaunessy, our president, presented this EPA report. And today...at work, I don’t know what happened.”
From "Anthem of a Reluctant Prophet" by Joanne Proulx
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