Scientists race to restore Calif.'s largest - and contaminated - freshwater lakeClear Lake's environmental issues are primarily due to anoxic conditions which harm aquatic life and promote toxic algal blooms.
Ancient Maya city of Ucanal was contaminated with mercury, study revealsHigh levels of mercury contamination were discovered in Ucanal, potentially causing serious health issues for all inhabitants, regardless of their social status.
Calls to BAN tinned tuna - as tins are found to contain toxic mercuryActivists demand a ban on tinned tuna in hospitals and schools due to health risks from detected mercury levels.Health authorities are criticized for lax regulation regarding mercury in tuna, which jeopardizes public health.
Thousands rally outside Ontario Legislature to demand action on mercury poisoning in Grassy Narrows | CBC NewsThe Walk for Mercury Justice in Toronto highlighted ongoing demands for compensation and remediation for Grassy Narrows First Nation affected by mercury contamination.
Dolphins along U.S. East Coast contaminated with high levels of mercury - What does this mean for people?Dolphins serve as sentinel species for health hazards in oceans, reflecting potential risks to humans through mercury contamination in their diet.