Nuclear Policy Research Institute: Unprecedented Report Critical to Depleted Uranium Debate 7/7/2003
From: Christine Haenn of the Nuclear Policy Research Institute, 202-822-9800 or Christine@nuclearpolicy.org News Advisory: The Nuclear Policy Research Institute (NPRI) will issue a report that is critical reading for journalists and policy-makers concerned with the controversy over the use of depleted uranium munitions. The report, "Depleted Uranium: Scientific Basis for Assessing Risk" reviews the broad scope of available biological research documentation by both government and independent researchers on the specific health effects of depleted uranium. The press conference is scheduled for Tuesday, July 8, 2003, 10 a.m. at the National Press Club, Zenger Room. WHO: Dr. Thomas Fasy, will report on his recent trip to Iraq to follow up on studies by Iraqi doctors and address the biological connection between the dissolution of inhaled uranium oxides in the body and, cancer and birth defects. Dr. Helen Caldicott, a pediatrician, President of NPRI, and Nobel Peace Prize nominee for her work on nuclear issues, will address the broad scope of available research and propose recommendations. Steve Robinson, Executive Director of the Gulf War Veterans Resource Center, will address the link between the scientific studies and their real life application for US soldiers. Charles Sheehan-Miles, Executive Director of NPRI will moderate the proceedings. WHAT: Report: "Depleted Uranium: Scientific Basis for Assessing Risk" WHERE: National Press Club 529 14th St., NW (at F St.) Washington, DC 20045 Zenger Room WHEN: Tuesday, July 8, 10 a.m. Interviews welcome. Information also available at http://www.nuclearpolicy.org |