Original sentence: Critics argue there there is mounting evidence , inter alia, that thimerosal causes adverse effects among certain children, possibly being a contributing factor for autism and other neurological disorders
Edited sentence: According to the Centers for Disease Control.Children poisoned by mercury may develop nervous and digestive system problems and kidney damage.If a pregnant woman ingests mercury at high levels, harmful effects that may be passed from the mother to the developing fetus include brain damage, mental retardation, lack of coordination, blindness, seizures, and an inability to speak.Mercury is a known neurotoxin both in its elemental form and in organic compounds , especially methylmercury (CH3Hg+), a common pollutant.Though controversial when first proposed, critics argue there there is mounting evidence  , inter alia, that thimerosal causes adverse effects among certain children, possibly being a contributing factor for autism and other neurological disorders