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(Medical-NewsWire.com, February 12, 2016 ) Titusville, FL -- The Chester County website published the dangers of mercury thermometers. The article also indicates who is more at risk from mercury poisoning. Because of the potential hazard, Chester County officials encourage parents to opt for safer thermometers such as the Dr. Madre infrared laser thermometer.
The small silvery ball of mercury in some thermometers can be extremely hazardous when the device breaks, especially if the spill is not thoroughly or properly cleaned. Mercury will evaporate and soon contaminate the atmosphere in the room. Staying in the room will be toxic to all living things. Each thermometer contains approximately .50 gram to 15 grams of mercury. This amount of mercury can contaminate a 20-acre lake.
Mercury is a dense element, and the only metal that converts to liquid at room temperature. Pregnant women and young children are highly susceptible to mercury contamination. If a pregnant woman is exposed, the mercury can be passed on to her fetus through the placenta. Moreover, children who are exposed to mercury reportedly have decreased intelligence, impaired hearing, and poor coordination.
Chester County recommends using safer thermometers, such as the digital thermometer from Dr. Madre. This device works as accurately as a mercury thermometer but with less risk of toxicity. Because of the hazards, digital thermometers are now the new hospital thermometer trusted by medical practitioners.
Dr. Madre is a non-contact infrared thermometer. With just the click of a button, parents can take an accurate body temperature. In addition to featuring a clear LCD screen, the thermometer also has a bilingual talking function in Spanish or English. Since this thermometer is non-contact, parents no longer need to press the thermometer against skin to avoid irritating sick children.
MedX Dispensing, Inc. is an authorized seller of Dr. Madre Infrared Thermometer and Dr. Madre Bedwetting Alarm, which are both available on Amazon.
About Dr. Madre
Dr. Madre is a 7-year-old company specializing in health and personal care items, mainly focused on home medical equipment impacting the lives of parents and children. The company prides itself on combining the best quality products with the best customer service in the industry.
Dr. Madre
Amber Trimmer
888-643-3494
info@drmadre.com
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