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to chromium 6 can increase the risk of certain lung cancers. DEQ does not yet have data
regarding the levels of chromium 6 in this case.
A urine test is available, but cannot distinguish types of chromium, and cannot be used to predict
health risks or diagnose disease. There is no benchmark for chromium levels in urine. Urine tests
for chromium are difficult to interpret.
DEQ is compiling the list of facilities in Oregon permitted to emit chromium compounds. DEQ
is researching other facilities that may be using chromium compounds that are not otherwise
regulated for use.
For more information on the effects of chromium 6, visit the Agency for Toxic Substances &
Disease Registry (ATSDR) webpage at
http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/csem/csem.asp?csem=10&po=10
OHA has set up a phone line for residents concerned about the health effects of metals
emissions: 971-673-0185, and an email address, EHAP.Info@state.or.us.
The Multnomah County Health Department and Portland Public Schools will host a second
community open house with DEQ and OHA at Tubman Middle School on Thursday, Feb. 18,
from 5-9 p.m.
For more information about the investigation and to get updates, visit
www.deq.state.or.us/nwr/metalsemissions.htm (DEQ) and
www.healthoregon.org/metalsemissions (OHA); and www.multco.us (Multnomah County).