1959 Pandemics & Diseases Events — Verified Historical Highlights
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- 28 Nov Minamata Disease Sit-In Protest: On November 28, 1959, a protest occurred in Minamata, Japan, against the mercury poisoning caused by industrial waste from Chisso Corporation. This event marked a significant moment in the fight for environmental justice and raised awareness about the health impacts of pollution. source: ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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