Contaminated Water Causing Serious Thyroid Complications

In Duncan, Oklahoma, the Halliburton Company reported the presence of perchlorate, a toxic substance in at least 18 of its water wells. Perchlorate is known to cause thyroid problems.
According to a news report published by Bloomberg BusinessWeek, Halliburton Co. confirmed the presence of perchlorate found in the water samples. They stated that the perchlorate likely came from a missile fuel project performed two decades ago.

Numerous studies show that even a minimal amount of perchlorate in the body can cause medical problems. The most common thyroid condition caused by perchlorate is hypothyroidism- an under active production of hormones. Heart disease, weight gain, depression, and infertility can also result from too much perchlorate exposure.
Pregnant women as well as people with pre-existing thyroid conditions have a greater risk of experiencing perchlorate-related health problems.

Source:
http://www.mesotheliomaattorney-blog.com/2011/07/contaminated-oklahoma-well-wat.html