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The Collaborative Research and Education Initiative on Health Risks Reduction Strategies in Populations of the Chukotka and Alaska Exposed to Persistent Environmental Contaminant

The Goal of the White paper as well as Initiative is to: • present analyses of previously conducted studies to examine and compare baseline community health information needed to fully evaluate potential impact of disease and toxic environmental contaminants burden on Chukotka and Alaska Arctic communities • set priorities for environmental and health protection of exposed populations and to provide relevant policy development, research and training • conduct assessment of needs and opportunities in the area of environmental and health protection of Chukotka and Alaska these communities. • conduct a research needs assessment in the area of food, water, and health security in the areas of Chukotka and Alaska contaminated by persistent toxic pollutants through the establishment of binational research teams to address issues of health risks of contaminant exposure, food and water safety, and the spread of infectious diseases, as well as trophic transfer and bioaccumulation pathways. The White paper is intended to serve as an ongoing resource for public health planners, community leaders, and governmental agencies to better understand and work with Chukotka and Alaska communities to address the health issues they face. We hope that information presented in the White Paper will prompt the discussion, collaboration, and commitment of public health institutions necessary to make the indigenous community the healthiest community possible.

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