New Study Reveals Elevated Levels of Mercury in Women of Child Bearing Age in Pacific Island Countries

Mercury exposure is particularly concerning for women of childbearing age as it can damage the nervous system, kidneys, and cardiovascular system. Developing organ systems, such as the foetal nervous system, are the most sensitive to the toxic effects of mercury, although nearly all organs are vulnerable.

“A global pollutant like mercury can contaminate people even if they are far from gold mining, coal power plants or incinerators,” said Lee Bell, IPEN. “And that’s why all sources of mercury need to be tackled.

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