Tuna is awash in helpful nutrients like iron and omega-3 fatty acids—not to mention delicious in sushi, salads, and sandwiches—but it is also known for one ingredient that’s not so beneficial: mercury ...

DUMPING SPOT? THE MILWAUKEE HAZMAT TEAM CALLED THE BROWN DEER PICK AND SAFE JUST BEFORE FOUR NOON FRIDAY, WHEN WORKERS CAME ACROSS SOMETHING STRANGE IN THE TRASH OUTSIDE AND BROUGHT IT THROUGH THE ...

In a recent study published in Scientific Reports, researchers assessed associations between mercury levels in urine and allergic diseases in children. Study: Association between environmental mercury ...

Gold mining in Bushiangala, Kakamega County, supports many families but poses health risks, especially for women exposed to ...

Avian species serve as sensitive indicators of environmental contamination, with mercury exposure emerging as a critical concern across diverse ecosystems. Mercury, particularly in its organic ...

A newly-created probiotic has been found to lower levels of mercury among mice—and researchers hope this could soon help pregnant women and children eat fish more safely. ByLindsey Choo, Former ...

Multiple children in Camp Washington were exposed to mercury recently, the neighborhood's community council said in a news release Wednesday, and officials are concerned there could be more cases. The ...

BRASILIA, Brazil (AP) — Many Yanomami, the Amazon's largest Indigenous tribe, have been contaminated with mercury coming from widespread illegal gold mining, according to a report released on Thursday ...