H. U. Brown outline of answers to questions posed by Asahi TV 11/2/82: 3. In addition to radiation related examinations, we also assist the Republic of the Marshall Islands Government in carrying out their general health care responsibilities. That is why we are here in the Marshall Islands, examining children and seeing patients referred to us by the Majuro hospital. A concrete example is the dental care we provide on Rongelap and Utirik. While there are hundreds of other examples, a recent one which comes to mind is a finding by the pediatric cardiologist working with our team. Because of her expertise she was able to diagnose a correctable heart defect in an Ebeye child. child was referred to us by the Ebeye hospital. The This is outside the area of radiation related problems, but of course gives us very great satisfaction in being able to help. 4. All the examinations are voluntary. Judging from the number of people who wish to be seen by our doctors, it then seems reasonable to assume that many people attach great importance to the examinations. We have been able to diagnose and treat many people in full cooperation with the Marshall Islands Government. 7. Yes, we are generally aware of this situation. It has been the subject of discussion between the U.S. and Marshall Islands Government. Whether or not any abnormalities found were the results of nuclear testing is unknown to us. An epidemiological survey would probably serve as a better basis for discussion of this matter. 8. It is true that many Rongelap people on Ebeye did not bring their children to see the Brookhaven medical team last week. We were told that this was a decision made to gain some sort of political leverage for the Rongelap people in their discussion on the Compact of Free Association with the United States. We are not politicians and cannot comment on this political decision, except to say that because of that decision many children were denied contact with a very highly qualified pediatrician. I would like also to note that the Utirik children came to see the doctors in great numbers and here in Majuro many Rongelap children have also come for examination. 9. y. We, of course, have heard these same words from a very few individuals for many years. In a program area as sensitive and emotional as this we expect, certain misunderstandings to arise. But judging from the many people who.came to see us, and the fact that we have treated many hundreds of people and saved some lives in the process, we are satisfied that a large majority of people appreciate our efforts. Naturally, the world's understanding of radiation effects is increased because of the findings derived from the Marshall Islands Program, but I strongly disagree that people are treated like guinea pigs. The U.S. Government has a strong and lasting commitment to the health ATTACHMENT NO. 2