80 Bertell April 15, 1988 Page 31: These calculations are incorrect because of the uge of a median ( as noted on page 45) and the reducti@én of external dose estimates (as noted on page 30). Even with these changes, the dose is for adults only and needs to be Page 32: increased for infants and children. Second paragraph tine 6: Appealing to the incorrect calculation of transuranic dose (using median rather than meas) to then minimize the expected dose to children not scientifically sound. Page 35: I do not accept this Table because of the errors in Page 33: Given the methodological problems, statistical efrors, and incomplete data, the conclusion in line 1 warranted at this time. The reference to Rongel apese in the second paragraph is offensive. Page 34: Teratagenic effects (congenital malformations) also be expected to occur. These together with mild genetic changes would be the most frequent and most observable effects for those living on Rongelap. the only health effects of concern reflefts legalistic, first world biad. The LIICPH will s separate report to Congress on the observed a 1985 ~88. We will also report on Rongelap cHi born on Majieto, Rongelap, Majuro and Ebeye in tHe last i | | 15 years. IL ¥ 4