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Minamata disease

• It is a neurological disorder caused by mercury poisoning.
• It is named after the city of Minamata in Japan, where a severe outbreak occurred in the mid-20th century.
• Minamata disease affects the Brain and Nervous System.
• The disease is characterized by a range of symptoms, including neurological impairments, sensory disturbances, muscle weakness, and in severe cases, paralysis, coma, and even death.