Purpose
Despite unique challenges throughout 2020, ATSDR adapted and continued to fulfill its mission to protect communities from health effects related to exposure to harmful substances. ATSDR harnessed the power of data, mapping, and technology to identify and support areas at increased risk during emergencies; track cancer clusters and site-specific environmental activities; improve the safety of early childcare sites; and connect ALS patients to research opportunities.
Putting Communities First
Describe the work of the PEHSUs network across the United States during 2020.
Share information on how the GRASP program and its products were used during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Describe the purpose and impact of the APPLETREE program.
The National ALS Registry is a program to collect, manage and analyze data about persons with ALS.
The Cancer Cluster and Regional Activity Tracker (CCARAT) is an innovative internal platform.
CDC’s NCEH/ATSDR OEM works as a central coordination point for responding.
Content Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry.