18. Q. What were Che effects of the beta radiation burns? A. There were some losses of skin pigment and occasional mild scarring of the skin as a result of the beta burns received by some of the Marshallese exposed to fallout. The dust particles adhered CO exposed damp skin around the neck, head, arms, and feet during the first day o-f the fallout. beta radiation. These places received burns from The burns healed but the pigment, in some in- stances, did not regenerate. 19 ● Q. What is the extent of the present New England Journal of Medicine report? A. The present report summarizes the medical findings over a twelveyear period relating to the people of Rongelap Island who were exposed. The initial findtngs are only briefly reviewed; more attention is given to 20. Q. the more recent examinations. Are there public reports on the medical surveys in addition to the current article in the Journal of the New England Medfcal Soci.cty? A. Yes. Sec list below: