Q. I am undergoing chemotherapy for cancer. You may be more vulnerable than the general population to certain microbial contaminants, such as Cryptosporidium, in drinking water. You should seek advice about drinking water from your health care provider. The City of Arlington and the State of Texas both analyze your drinking water for contaminants. As shown in the table all are well below the established maximum contaminant levels.
All water dissolves substances from the ground as it flows over and through it.
Substances may be found in drinking water that may cause taste, color, or odor problems. These type of problems are not necessarily causes for health concerns. Water Quality Parameter Charts Drinking water, including bottled water, may be expected to contain at least small amounts of some contaminants. The presence of these contaminants does not necessarily indicate that water poses a health risk. In order to ensure that tap water is safe to drink, the EPA prescribes regulations that limit the amount of certain contaminants in water provided by public water systems.