In order to assist local health departments (LHDs) to address this emergent issue, NACCHO is developing a program with funding provided by the Environmental Protection Agency and the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry. The Cultural Uses of Mercury program provides LHDs with information and technical resources to assist in preventing mercury poisoning, with an emphasis on culturally specific uses of mercury. More »
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Mercury Information
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Mercury occurs in three forms: the elemental form, inorganic salt, and organic compounds called methylmercury. Each form has characteristic pathways of exposure and unique health effects. More » |
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Cultural Competencies Resource List
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The following lists of national resources provide further information about culturally competent public health practice. This is not a complete or exhaustive list of all the resources. More » |
