January4, 1974 Messagefrom the Director: This educational booklet represents a significant effort to provide information to the people of Ron- gelap and Utirik about “radiation” and the circumstances of their exposure and illness. 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 throughthe collecuion of data to be printed as public information in the booklet; but much more remainsto be done. I would like to extend my appreciation to thestaff and other participants for their dedication and effort to make this booklet possible. I also extend mygreetings to the people of Rongelap and Utirik. Dr. Masao KumanGal Director of Health Services ili