Decade of Silence
The 1960s marked a turning point for victims of Minamata disease as the recognition of congenital cases revealed the devastating impact of mercury poisoning. Despite initial indifference from the government and corporations, rising public awareness of multiple pollution crises ignited a fight for acknowledgment and justice. The struggle for recognition highlighted the ongoing suffering of affected communities, proving that silence was not an option for those enduring the consequences of environmental neglect.In this clip
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Ep 75 Mercury: The cost of progress
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