Disclaimer

While ATSDR has made this e-manual publicly available for transparency in our process, some of the resources referenced might not be publicly available due to agency policy. ATSDR also recognizes that because scientific guidance is constantly evolving, some of these resources could change or become outdated. ATSDR has made a diligent effort to ensure the accuracy and the currency of the presented information.

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