January 4, 1974 Message from the Director: 3 Bikini 6: This educational booklet represents a significant effort to provide information to the people of Rongelap and Utirik about“radiation” and the circumstances of their exposure andillness. FLD 7 - 2 = Alinginae Rongelap TL ~. & Unirik VVwayalein Highlighting this project is the Department’s attempt to provide facts to the people of the two atolls to satisfy the need for knowledge of this unusual health problem. The booklet is being prepared in both English and Marshallese language to assure clear understanding of the people who will read the booklet. Much has been accomplished through the collec- tion of data to be printed as public informationin the booklet; but much more remains to be done. Marshall Islands gaKHoUV FOF by Maju ty I would like to extend my appreciation to the staff and other participants for their dedication andeffort to make this booklet possible. I also extend my greetings to the people of Rongelap and Utirik. Dr. Masao KuMANGAI Director of Health Services Wt