vapours, which are heavier than air
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Some types of bacteria and fungi can change mercury into its most toxic form, methyl mercury. Methyl mercury tends to accumulate to some degree in
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/ourservices/EnvironmentalHealth/Pages/Mercury.aspx
For more information on fish, mercury and/or safe fish consumption go to Health Canada or Eat Right Ontario and search for Mercury in Fish.
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Recommended mercury limits
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/ourservices/HealthyLiving/Pages/Fish-and-Mercury.aspx
BOARD OF HEALTH FOR THE NORTHWESTERN HEALTH UNIT MINUTES of the Regular Board of Health Meeting June 27, 2014 9:00 a.m. Fort Frances NWHU Office Boardroom
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/AboutUs/Documents/BOH Minutes June 27 14 FINAL.pdf
should include human samples to measure mercury exposure i.e., blood samples. The budget was
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/AboutUs/Documents/2015.10.02 FINAL BOH Minutes.pdf
Public health inspectors at the Northwestern Health Unit address concerns relating to heavy metals and radiation. The Northwestern Health Unit region is rich in natural
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Mercury
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/ourservices/EnvironmentalHealth/Pages/Heavy-Metals.aspx
The Northwestern Health Unit works to detect and identify health hazards in our region and
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Learn more about arsenic, lead, mercury, uranium and other potential hazards in your home.
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/ourservices/EnvironmentalHealth/Pages/HealthHazards.aspx
Healthy pregnancy - links to more information on healthy eating, active pregnancy, alcohol and prenatal courses.
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The Northwestern Health Unit provides education and
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Fish and Mercury
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/ourservices/ChildAndFamilyHealth/Pages/HealthyPregnancy.aspx
Find out more about the benefits of healthy eating and Canada's Food Guide. Canada's Food Guide is a great tool for healthier eating. Explore the topics below to learn
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Fish and Mercury
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/ourservices/HealthyLiving/Pages/Healthy-Eating-Basics.aspx
Becoming a parent is an exciting new chapter of life, but it can also be challenging and make you feel frustrated, anger or overwhelmed. As a parent, you hold the key
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Fish and Mercury
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/ourservices/ChildAndFamilyHealth/Pages/Parenting.aspx
TRUTH: Thimerosal is an organic mercury compound that has been used as a preservative in
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is not methylmercury. Thimerosal contains mercury and is converted into ethylmercury in the
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https://www.nwhu.on.ca/ourservices/Immunization/Pages/Truths about Vaccine Concerns and Questions.aspx