Plan Sought to Dispose of Mercury-Laced Light Bulbs
The Safe Disposal of Mercury-Laced Light Bulbs. Yesterday, a number of health advocates and a local politician asked lawmakers to develop a plan for the safe disposal of compact fluorescent light bulbs, those energy-efficient bulbs that contain small amounts of mercury. While traditional incandescent bulbs do not contain mercury, … [Read more...] about Plan Sought to Dispose of Mercury-Laced Light Bulbs
Compact Fluorescent Lights – Potential Fire and Mercury Hazards
Compact Fluorescent Lights On Market. For several years, compact fluorescent lights, also known as CFLs, have been on the market and have been slowly accepted by the general public. However, there has been concern recently that some CFLs are prone when they reach the end of their lives, to explode and potentially cause a … [Read more...] about Compact Fluorescent Lights – Potential Fire and Mercury Hazards
Mercury in Skin Care Products Prompt FDA Safety Alert
Mercury In Skin Care Products. The U.S. Food and DrugAdministration (FDA) has issued a safety warning concerning the dangers of using skin care products containing mercury. Exposure to mercury may develop into serious health problems such as mercury poisoning and is particularly dangerous for pregnant women, babies, and young … [Read more...] about Mercury in Skin Care Products Prompt FDA Safety Alert
FDA Approval of Transvaginal Mesh is Questioned by Victims
A study by Northwestern University, published May 4, 2016 in Obstetrics and Gynecology criticized the U.S. Food and Drug Administation (FDA) for approving a number of high-risk health devices based on unsubstantiated clinical studies, including transvaginal mesh. Dr. Steve Xu, lead researcher said, “Although it is impossible to … [Read more...] about FDA Approval of Transvaginal Mesh is Questioned by Victims
FDA Says to Beware of Skin Care Products Containing Mercury
In a recently updated statement, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning consumers to beware of skin care products containing mercury. Exposure to mercury is hazardous, and can damage the brain, lungs and kidneys. It is especially harmful to pregnant women as well as infants and young children, whose brains are still … [Read more...] about FDA Says to Beware of Skin Care Products Containing Mercury
Ayurvedic Dietary Supplements Recalled Because Of Dangerous Levels Of Lead And Mercury
Ayurvedic Dietary Supplements Are Being Recalled. Eleven Ayurvedic dietary supplements have been recalled because they were found to contain elevated lead and mercury levels. The elevated lead and mercury levels in the Baidyanath brand supplements imported by Butala Emporium of Jackson Heights, New York, may cause health problems, … [Read more...] about Ayurvedic Dietary Supplements Recalled Because Of Dangerous Levels Of Lead And Mercury
High Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
High Fructose Corn Syrup Has Been Found To Contain Mercury. High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS) has been found to contain mercury, according to two recent studies. HealthDay News reported that in one study, about half of all samples of commercial high-fructose corn syrup were found to contain mercury; in the other study, mercury was … [Read more...] about High Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury
Mercury in Silver Fillings May Hurt Kids, Pregnant Woman
Mercury in Silver Fillings. The government is warning that amalgam—the silver colored dental fillings which contain mercury—may pose a safety concern for pregnant women and young children. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) posted this precaution on its Website earlier this month, following the settlement of a lawsuit. … [Read more...] about Mercury in Silver Fillings May Hurt Kids, Pregnant Woman
FDA Acknowledges Risks of Mercury Fillings, Sparks Debate
Dental Mercury Fillings Cause Health Problems. Silver-colored metal dental fillings that contain mercury may cause health problems in pregnant women, children and fetuses, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) said on Wednesday after settling a related lawsuit. As part of the settlement with several consumer advocacy … [Read more...] about FDA Acknowledges Risks of Mercury Fillings, Sparks Debate
Mercury Still A Major Environmental Pollutant
Mercury Remains Dangerous For Environment. Although a recent study confirms that a dramatic decline in “mercury” releases from products in the U.S. between 1990 and 2005, mercury remains a dangerously significant source of environmental contamination, contributing nearly one-third of total mercury emissions to the air in … [Read more...] about Mercury Still A Major Environmental Pollutant
Study Finds Link Between Autism Rates, Mercury Emissions
A Study Reveals Link Between Mercury Emissions And Autism. A new study of Texas school district and industrial mercury-release data, which was conducted by researchers at The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, reveals that there is a statistically significant link between the pounds of industrial … [Read more...] about Study Finds Link Between Autism Rates, Mercury Emissions
More Mercury Found in Fresh Tuna, Swordfish
Mercury In Tuna A Threat To Public Health. Mercury exposure from fresh seafood has become a serious threat to public health, according to several new studies on the subject. On Friday, the results of a study of mercury in fresh seafood sponsored by the conservation group Oceana were released, and the results were strikingly similar … [Read more...] about More Mercury Found in Fresh Tuna, Swordfish
FDA Considers Tuna Sushi Ban Due to Mercury Concerns
Tuna Sushi Ban Over Mercury Contamination. Tuna Sushi could become a rarity due to concerns over mercury contamination. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is considering filing a lawsuit that would take tuna sushi off the market in response to concerns about lab tests conducted for a New York Times article. Researchers … [Read more...] about FDA Considers Tuna Sushi Ban Due to Mercury Concerns
Mercury Laced Tuna at Many Manhattan Sushi Restaurants
Mercury Laced Tuna Putting Your Health At Risk. Manhattan sushi lovers beware – that tuna you’re eating could be contaminated with toxic mercury, putting your health at risk. Tests conducted by The New York Times on tuna sushi sold in 20 New York City restaurants and food stores found mercury levels as high as 1.4 parts per … [Read more...] about Mercury Laced Tuna at Many Manhattan Sushi Restaurants
Toxic Toys Contaminated with Lead, Arsenic, Mercury and Other Chemicals Still on Store Shelves
Toxic Toys Remain On Store Shelves. Toys sitting on store shelves right now are often contaminated with hazardous chemicals, including lead, arsenic, mercury and asbestos a new report says. The Environmental Health Project for the Ecology Center in Ann Arbor, Michigan says that recent tests it conducted on more than 1,200 toys show … [Read more...] about Toxic Toys Contaminated with Lead, Arsenic, Mercury and Other Chemicals Still on Store Shelves
PARENTS GROUP MAINTAINS AUTISM IS PREVENTABLE AND REVERSIBLE
Autism Is Directly Related to Mercury Exposure. The battle lines could not be more clearly drawn. On one side are the experts who claim autism is not linked to mercury exposure (from childhood vaccines and other sources) and who agree with the position of the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) that autism is permanent and not … [Read more...] about PARENTS GROUP MAINTAINS AUTISM IS PREVENTABLE AND REVERSIBLE
Study Links Mercury from Power Plants to Autism
Autism Is Related To Mercury from Power Plants. After years of debate about whether a nationwide explosion in autism is related to a mercury-based preservative used in vaccines, Texas researchers have found a new suspect: mercury from coal-burning power plants. In a new study, scientists at the University of Texas Health Science … [Read more...] about Study Links Mercury from Power Plants to Autism
Mercury In Baby Vaccines Linked To Autism
Baby Vaccines Are Being Linked To Autism. MERCURY, one of the most dangerous substances known to man, is being used in a series of infant vaccines in spite of a warning from NHS advisers that its use as a cheap preservative "may be toxic" to babies aged under six months. Thimerosal, a compound 50 per cent composed of … [Read more...] about Mercury In Baby Vaccines Linked To Autism
