Public Health Assessment
Fish and Shellfish Evaluation,
Isla de Vieques Bombing Range,
Vieques, Puerto Rico

Michelle Arbogast, M.S.
Environmental Scientist
Eastern Research Group

Field Sampling Team

Gregory Zarus, M.S.
Atmospheric Scientist
Exposure Investigations and Consultation Branch
Division of Health Assessment and Consultation

Alan Humphrey
Environmental Scientist
US Environmental Protection Agency Environmental Response Team

Daniel Cooke, M.S.
Marine Scientist
Lockheed Martin

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