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Choose Fish Low in Mercury Abstract: Poster containing rankings of mercury concentrations for Maine saltwater and freshwater fish. Source: Maine Department of Health and Human Services URL: http://www.maine.gov/dhhs/eohp/fish/hgposter.htm
Fish Tissue Criterion for Methylmercury to Protect Human Health Abstract: Describes the maximum advisable concentration of methylmercury in freshwater and estuarine fish and shellfish tissue to protect consumers of fish and shellfish among the general population. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency URL: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/swguidance/standards/criteria/aqlife/methylmercury/factsheet.cfm
Mercury Study Report to Congress, Volume 4 Chapter 4, Population Exposure - Fish Consumption [PDF] Abstract: This chapter provides an estimate as to the magnitude of fish consumption in the US and within specific populations. Also provides: estimate to identify the portion of the population that consumes fish and shellfish, and an estimate of the variety of species and quantity of fish that are typically consumed in the United States. Source: US Environmental Protection Agency URL: http://www.newmoa.org/prevention/topichub/22/Hg_Report_Vol_4_Ch_4_Population_Exposure_fish_warn&adv.pdf
Mercury Update: Impact on Fish Advisories Abstract: Overview of fish advisories due to mercury contamination. Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency URL: http://water.epa.gov/scitech/swguidance/fishshellfish/outreach/advice_index.cfm
Toxicological Effects of Methylmercury Abstract: Study performed at the request of EPA; toxicological effects of methylmercury; recommendations for an exposure reference dose. Source: National Academy of Sciences URL: http://books.nap.edu/catalog.php?record_id=9899
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