Philippines: Department of Health seminar-Mercury use with ASGM

Artisanal and Small Scale Gold Mining (ASGM) is one of the most significant sources of mercury release into the environment in the developing world and accounts for about 15% of the world's production. Mercury is often used in ASGM to help separate gold from sediments using crude processing method and to form an amalgam.

Recognizing the impact of ASGM to the health and environment, the Philippine Government through the Department of Health (DOH) Regional Office XI, conducted a seminar on Alternative Method and Basic Management of Mercury last November 5-7, 2014 at The Royal Mandaya Hotel, Davao City.

http://www.ro11.doh.gov.ph/index.php/20-press/152-seminar-workshop-on-alternative-method-for-gold-mining-and-mercury-management-for-small-scale-miners-of-mt-diwata