The World Health Organization says exposure to mercury, even in small amounts, can cause serious health problems involving the nervous, digestive and immune systems.
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The naturally occurring element found in air, water and soil can also be a major threat to pregnant women, developing babies in utero, and younger children.
Factors that determine whether health effects may occur include:
- The type of mercury you were exposed to
- The size of the dose
- The age or developmental stage of the person exposed
- The duration of the exposure
- The route of exposure (inhalation, ingestion, or dermal contact)
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In the video above, you can find several tips for protecting you and your family from exposure while cleaning up a mercury spill.
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