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Issue #5, November 2004 (392 KB PDF)
In this issue:

Dow releases results of current worker study
Eliminating risk with models vs. real data
CDC study shows average blood levels are related to age
Dow helps with park renewal projects
Technology update: New data compares toxicity of dioxin-like compunds
Regional exposure study underway

Issue #4, June 2004 (556 KB PDF)
In this issue:

Recap of the May 26, 2004 Community Meeting in Midland
Review of the 90 parts per trillion (ppt) regulatory history
Understanding action levels for managing dioxins and furans
Review of Dow worker health studies

Issue #3, March 2004 (338 KB PDF)
In this issue:

Review of local property values
Susan Carrington speaks at Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce "Percolator Breakfast"
Results from fish studies
Overview of work plans submitted to MDEQ

Issue #2, February 2004 (230 KB PDF)
In this issue:

Description of regional comparison study to be conducted by the University of Michigan
Overview of frequently asked questions during our community meetings
Updates on what's happening

Issue #1, December 2003 (141 KB PDF)
In this issue:

What are dioxins?
Description of Dow's Scopes of Work
Overview of ecological study conducted by Michigan State University
Review of wild game study


Overview What are Dioxins and Furans? History of Dioxins and Furans in the Tittabawassee River Parts Per Trillion Community Information Open Letters to the Community Letter #1: Where We Stand on Dioxin and Health Letter #2: Initial Actions to Address Dioxin Concerns Letter #3: Thanking the Community for its Support Letter #4: Open Letter to the Community: Understanding Dioxin Concentrations in Blood Letter #5: Dow and the State of Michigan Agree on Framework to Resolve the Dioxin/Furan Issue Community Newsletters Scientific Studies Environmental Studies Health Studies Local Studies Fish Studies Show Walleye Thrive Dow Worker Studies Show No Increased Risk of Disease University of Michigan Regional Comparison Study Wild Game Sampling Study Regulatory Activities Freeland Festival Park Imerman Memorial Park West Michigan Park Center Road Boat Launch What is the 90 ppt Standard? Legal Update Briefs and Motions Filed General Information Background Information Property Values Holding Strong Related Links Contact Us Dioxin / Furan Issue	Community Newsletters The aim of Dow’s community newsletters is to keep residents informed about progress on the matters that affect them. Please Contact Us if you would like to join our mailing list. Issue #5, November 2004 (392 KB PDF) In this issue: Dow releases results of current worker study Eliminating risk with models vs. real data CDC study shows average blood levels are related to age Dow helps with park renewal projects Technology update: New data compares toxicity of dioxin-like compunds Regional exposure study underway Issue #4, June 2004 (556 KB PDF) In this issue: Recap of the May 26, 2004 Community Meeting in Midland Review of the 90 parts per trillion (ppt) regulatory history Understanding action levels for managing dioxins and furans Review of Dow worker health studies Issue #3, March 2004 (338 KB PDF) In this issue: Review of local property values Susan Carrington speaks at Saginaw County Chamber of Commerce "Percolator Breakfast" Results from fish studies Overview of work plans submitted to MDEQ Issue #2, February 2004 (230 KB PDF) In this issue: Description of regional comparison study to be conducted by the University of Michigan Overview of frequently asked questions during our community meetings Updates on what's happening Issue #1, December 2003 (141 KB PDF) In this issue: What are dioxins? Description of Dow's Scopes of Work Overview of ecological study conducted by Michigan State University Review of wild game study	Related Links News Releases
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