Learn more about the possible human health impacts of the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico with this factsheet.

Many people will be exposed to airborne and waterborne chemicals as a result of the BP Gulf of Mexico spill.  It is important to understand the potential toxic effects and take appropriate steps to prevent or reduce exposure and harm.
 
You can print these one-page summaries for the public and for workers:
 
"Crude Oil and Your Health" (for the public)
"Crude Oil and Your Health"(for exposed workers)