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assess wells with questionable construction and those with sample results indicative of <br />construction problems. Furthermore, once we have a better understanding of the diseases <br />involved in the conununity, we will consult with state toxicologists and environmental <br />specialists to determine if any additional environmental sampling is indicated or warranted. <br />All the homes involved in the study along with sample results will be logged into the GIS <br />system for fiirther regional evaluation and potential ]ong-term tracking and monitoring.. <br />V. Preliminary results, evaluations, and next actions (by end of November) <br />Once the initial data is compiled, it will be analyzed for statistical association to the known <br />diseases in the Mill Creek community. We will also ask for the statistical results to be <br />reviewed by state epidemiologists for confirmation of our analyses. If there appears to be any <br />significant correlations between the studied exposures routes (e.g., well water), we will <br />prepare recommendations and possible options for amelioration of those problems. If further <br />undiagnosed disease incidence is discovered, those affected will be either recommended or <br />referred for treatment. For those residents with well problems only (i.e., no current or past <br />disease), staff will advise them on what options they have to remedy their problems. If there <br />is a finding of widespread groundwater contamination that limits the use of individual wells, <br />staff will work with the County Engineer and other appropriate agencies to explore other <br />water supply options. Further study maybe indicated during this time period and staff will <br />coordinate those efforts. Regardless, we will report all findings and recommendations (except <br />those subject to confidentiality regulations) to the community, the Board of Health and the <br />BOCC for their considerations.. <br />VI. Known and Potential Collaborators <br />• PHRST 4 -Public Health Regional Surveillance Teams are multidisciplinary teams <br />established by the state to support and enhance local public health capacity for disease and <br />disaster responses. Their technical staff members are comprised of a physician, an <br />epidemiologist, and an industrial hygienist. <br />• NC State Laboratory of Public Health <br />• NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Cancer <br />Prevention and Control Section <br />• NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, Occupational <br />and Enviromnerrtal Epidemiology Section <br />• NC Department of Health and Human Services, Division of Public Health, NC State <br />Center for Health Statistics, Cancer Registry Branch <br />VII. Contacts by Expertise <br />• Rosemary Summers, MPH, DrPH, Orange County Health Director, Incident Commander <br />for the investigation, 919-245-2411 <br />• Judy Butler, RN, Communicable Disease Supervisor, Epi Team Leader 919-245-2425 <br />• Ron Holdway, Environmental Health, 919-245-2360 <br />• Karen I{tright, Epidemiologist, DPPH Cluonic Disease Branch <br />• Ricky Langley, MD, State Occupational and Enviromnental Epidemiology Branch <br />• Heidi Swygard, MD, MPH, PHRST 4 Team Leader <br />• Paul Thames, PE, Orange County Engineer (for questions about public water extension) <br />
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