WHO - Mercury in health care [2005]
Description:
The policy paper prepared by WHO provides decision makers with background information on mercury. The paper provides overview information on (i) sources of mercury due to the health care sector; (ii) occupational exposure; (iii) alternatives to mercury; (iv) international conventions; and (v) WHO’s short, medium and long term strategies to reduce exposure to mercury.
Why this Tool/Guidance?
Information provided is useful to support occupational and environmental health decision making, including the use of mercury in health care equipment.
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