Hospitals

Mercury can be found in glass thermometers, blood pressure cuffs and laboratory equipment used in hospitals. SRCSD, with support from the California Department of Health Services, is teaming up with area hospitals to identify sources of mercury pollution and replace these items with mercury free equipment. Additionally local hospitals and medical facilities are learning about proper disposal of mercury containing products and improved management of mercury spills.

For more information please see the California Department of Health Services Guide To Mercury Assessment and Elimination in HealthCare Facilities (pdf*) or call (916) 875-6644.

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