π WHO report warns that the informal processing of discarded electrical or electronic devices (#eWaste) can damage the health of millions of children.
Learn more about children & digital dumpsites πbit.ly/2TAybnf
Common #eWaste items include unwanted or discarded:
π¨οΈ printers
π§ headphones
π± smartphones
π₯οΈ computers
π· digital cameras
etc.
They usually contain toxic substances and must be recycled appropriately. πbit.ly/2TAybnf
In 2019, the world produced 53.6 million tonnes of #eWaste. But only 17% of those reached formal management or recycling systems.
Informal e-waste can pollute & contaminate:
βοΈ air
βοΈ soil & dust
βοΈ water
βοΈ ground water
Action is urgently needed to protect the health & abilities of our future generation. Here's how πbit.ly/3xtVfmF
In 2016, more than 1β£8β£ million children (5-17 yrs) are actively engaged in the informal industrial sector or living near #eWaste recycling centres where high levels of toxic chemicals can damage their intellectual abilities.
Up to 1β£2β£ million women may be at risk from exposure to informal waste activities, putting them & their unborn child at risk of exposure to toxicants.
For expectant mothers π€°, potential adverse health effects include negative birth outcomes. πbit.ly/2TE1khp#eWaste
Be wise about #eWaste and follow the 3Rs to protect the health of our future generation from the growing threat of e-waste:
β»οΈ REDUCE
β»οΈ REUSE
β»οΈ REPAIR
There is more you can do, find out how πbit.ly/2TAybnf
WHO calls for effective & binding action by exporters, importers and governments to ensure environmentally sound disposal of e-waste & protect the health & safety of workers, their families & communities.
You can dispose e-waste in different healthy ways:
β»οΈ Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
β»οΈ Put old electronics in designated bins
β»οΈ Replace when necessary
β»οΈ Organize e-waste collection days
β»οΈ Recycle via take-back systems
Elder abuse can take a number of forms:
βοΈ Physical
βοΈ Sexual
βοΈ Psychological
βοΈ Financial
βοΈ Abandonment and neglect
βοΈ Loss of dignity and respect
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