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Mercury
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Mercury is all around us. Often times it settles in soil and is washed into lakes, rivers, and streams. Mercury deposited into lakes and waterways is broken down and built up in fish and wildlife that come in contact with the contaminated water as well as the humans who eat the affected animals. Mercury is a poison. Mercury poisoning can come from food sources or from breathing mercury vapors. Pregnant or nursing women and children age six or younger are more sensitive to mercury.
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How does mercury affect people's health? The nervous system is very sensitive to all forms of mercury. Exposure to high levels of metallic mercury can cause permanent damage to the brain and kidneys and to a developing fetus. Long term exposure to low levels of mercury vapors may cause effects including irritability, tremors, vision or hearing changes and memory difficulties. Tests are available to measure mercury levels in the body. |
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How to deal with mercury
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For Further information: Columbus Heath Department: 614-645-8191 Solid Waste Authority of Central Ohio: 614-898-2480 Ohio Environmental Protection Agency: 800-282-9378 Poison Control Center: 800-222-1222 For your convenience, you may request additional information about our mercury remediation services.....: |
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Mercury Spills
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