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Hidden Danger Environmental Health Threats to the Latino Community Report: Pollution in the United States poses health risks for everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, language, or country of origin. A large percentage of U.S. Latinos, however, live and work in urban and agricultural areas where they face heightened danger of exposure to air pollution, unsafe drinking water, pesticides, and lead and mercury contamination. These hazards can cause serious health problems, including an increased risk of asthma and cancer; waterborne diseases such as giardiasis, hepatitis, and cholera; and neurological and developmental problems. This October 2004 NRDC report underscores the urgent need for government action on these environmental health threats.

Toxic Trade: The Global Metallic Mercury Market
Overview: It will take an international solution to curb the world's mercury pollution problem -- and the United States should lead the way.
Testimony from Linda Greer on Mercury Legislation
Testimony: Testimony from Linda Greer, senior scientist and director of the Natural Resources Defense Council's public health program, on mercury legislation before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works, May 13, 2008.
Compact Fluorescent Lights Are Safe for Your Home
Fact Sheet: CFLs are safe, and can help your family save energy and money. Get document in pdf.
Coal Is Hazardous to Your Health Coal-fired power plants threaten the environment and your health. Index: Burning coal releases enormous amounts of harmful pollutants into the air and water, with serious health consequences. Waste generated by coal-fired power plants contains hazardous pollutants that can contaminate our drinking water and cause cancer, birth defects and reproductive problems. This index of fact sheets describes the health hazards of our continued reliance on coal.