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Resident Fish in Portland Harbor Contain Pollutants

Friday, July 15, 2005
A report released by the federal Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) and the Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) advises people to avoid eating resident fish caught in Portland Harbor, such as carp, bass, and bullhead catfish, because it could lead to health problems.
ATSDR Public Health Assessment For Portland Harbor Superfund Site

Friday, January 25, 2002
The Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) and the Oregon Department of Human Services today announced the release of the initial draft of the public health assessment for the Portland Harbor Superfund site in Portland, Oregon. This document is a preliminary assessment for the site and will be followed by a more thorough assessment when additional data is available
Government Agencies Seek Advice From Portland Area Anglers

Wednesday, November 21, 2001
Officials from the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR); the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency; and the Oregon Department of Human Services, Public Health Branch, want to meet with area anglers to learn which Portland Harbor fish they prefer to catch and eat.
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