How can mercury harm the health of adults?

The brain and nervous system are most affected by mercury. Adults exposed to high amounts of mercury may have problems with headaches, numbness and tingling, loss of balance, difficultly walking, shaking, difficulty hearing, and changes in vision, among other problems. It takes about 70 days for the amount of mercury in your body to decrease by half, once you stop eating high-mercury fish. A person can reduce the amount of mercury in their body substantially by limiting consumption of fish for three months or more.

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1. Why should I eat fish?
2. How does mercury get into fish and shellfish?
3. How does mercury that is in the water get into fish?
4. How can mercury harm the health of children?
5. How can mercury harm the health of adults?
6. What is a fish advisory?
7. Where can I find California fish advisories?
8. What is the best way to limit exposure to mercury in fish?