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Children and Teenagers, Poisoning, Toxicology, Environmental Health

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Breathing air, drinking water or eating food that contains lead can cause health problems. Find a list of scenarios that can lead to lead poisoning.

Mercury

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It is important to protect your family from mercury exposure. Learn about mercury and how to limit exposure.

Molds

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If you have wet spots in your house, you will probably get mold. Molds, such as black mold, can cause health problems. Read more.

Noise

Ear, Nose and Throat, Poisoning, Toxicology, Environmental Health

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Sounds that are too loud can damage sensitive structures of the inner ear and cause noise-induced hearing loss. Learn how to protect your hearing.

Oil Spills

Disasters, Poisoning, Toxicology, Environmental Health

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Read about the environmental and economic effects of oil spills.

Ozone

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Ozone is a gas that can be good or bad. Good ozone is 10-30 miles above Earth's surface while bad ozone is at ground level. Read more about both.

Pesticides

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Pesticides can help get rid of pests. Pesticides can protect your health by killing germs, animals, or plants that could hurt you.

Poisoning

Poisoning, Toxicology, Environmental Health, Safety Issues

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A poison is any substance that is harmful to your body. The effects of poisoning range from short-term illness to brain damage, coma, and death.

Radiation Exposure

Injuries and Wounds, Poisoning, Toxicology, Environmental Health

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Radiation exposure to even small amounts over a long time, raises your risk of cancer. A lot over a short time, causes burns or radiation sickness.

Radon

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Radon comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water. It is the second leading cause of lung cancer. Test your home for radon levels.

Reproductive Hazards