I have been having discussions with my local sanitation department about disposing of flourescent bulbs of all sizes. The recycling people wont take it and the regular trash people just take anything that is in the bin. The answer I have been getting is that they are not equipped to deal with toxic waste and that the people in our area should take their flourescents to the once every three months recycling days. Somehow, I do not see that happening. As a result, mercury is getting into the waste stream. Also batteries of all descriptions.

Those of you suffering from headaches and similar problems from the bulbs should consider getting a complete neurological examination.