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| December 16, 2005 | Roe, Sam; Hawthorne, Michael | COPYRIGHT 2007 Chicago Tribune. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan. All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group. (Hide copyright information)Copyright

Byline: Sam Roe and Michael Hawthorne

Q: What are the symptoms of mercury poisoning?

A: For small children:

Subtle decreases in learning abilities

Delays in walking and talking

Decreases in attention or memory

For adults:

Numbness in hands and feet

Headaches

Fatigue

Loss of concentration, coordination or memory

Blurred vision

Hair loss

Nausea

Tremors

_Sources: EPA, FDA, California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment, Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources, Dr. Jane Hightower

Q: So is eating fish bad for me?…

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