Dr Billy Hunter
@biogeochembilly.bsky.social
Marine Biogeochemist, unicyclist, juggler and banjo player.
Wearer of cardigans and Closet Clown.
Wearer of cardigans and Closet Clown.
Yes, and mercury used to be used as a laxative and to treat syphilis. Modern thinking doesn't recommend licking it though. share.google/XDLDBTmr4uae...
Chronic inorganic mercury poisoning due to laxative abuse: A clinical and ultrastructural study
Chronic mercury poisoning developed in two patients following long-term daily ingestion of a laxative preparation containing mercurous chloride (calom…
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November 17, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Yes, and mercury used to be used as a laxative and to treat syphilis. Modern thinking doesn't recommend licking it though. share.google/XDLDBTmr4uae...
The Welcome Organisation do amazing work, including providing crisis support for women and children fleeing domestic violence, support for asylum seekers and support for the homeless.
August 24, 2025 at 9:22 AM
The Welcome Organisation do amazing work, including providing crisis support for women and children fleeing domestic violence, support for asylum seekers and support for the homeless.