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Can a broken thermometer or light bulb cause mercury poisoning?

April 26, 2017Broken cause light bulb mercury poisoning thermometer

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Can a broken thermometer or light bulb cause mercury poisoning?

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Some thermometers and light bulbs contain very small amounts of mercury. If you break one, it’s unlikely to cause any health problems. However, you should avoid contact with the mercury, and take extra care when cleaning it up.