What Methods are Used to Study Health Effects Near Superfund Sites?
Several methods are employed to study the health effects of Superfund sites:
1. Ecological Studies: These studies examine the rates of disease in populations living near Superfund sites compared to those living further away. 2. Cohort Studies: Following a group of people over time to assess the long-term health impacts of exposure. 3. Case-Control Studies: Comparing individuals with a specific health condition to those without, to identify potential exposure-related risk factors. 4. Biomonitoring: Measuring levels of contaminants in biological samples (e.g., blood, urine) to assess exposure.
