To treat their wastewater, properties in the United States not connected to a public sewer are required to install a septic system. Called on-site sewage facilities ...

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Increasing sea levels and more intense storms may result in rising groundwater levels in coastal towns and cities, possibly leading to sewage tanks leaking into homes. Coastal communities often have ...

Septic arthritis is a rare condition involving an infection in the fluid inside joints and surrounding tissues. It leads to pain, tenderness, and swelling and may cause joint damage. Prompt medical ...

On Tuesday, Brevard County Commission approved more financial help for those Florida is forcing to have cleaner septic tank ...

Septic pelvic thrombophlebitis is a blood clot that blocks one or more pelvic veins. It can develop due to infection and inflammation in the pelvic region. The condition is uncommon and develops most ...

Septic arthritis of the knee involves a sudden, severe infection in one or both knee joints. Without treatment, it can impair mobility, lead to permanent damage, or even be fatal. Septic arthritis is ...

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