Exposure to PCBs from Hazardous Waste Among Mohawk Women and Infants at Akwesasne

摘要

The study indicated that local fish consumption declined significantly over timeamong the Mohawks. Mothers reported an average of two fish meals per months for the period of one year before the index pregnancy, as compared to less than 0.5 fish meals per month during pregnancy. This decrease is related to the advisories that have been issued by Mohawk, state, and provincial agencies against the eating of any fish from that area. However, over one-third still ate local fish at least once during pregnancy. Further health education efforts are necessary, together with suggestions for alternative protein sources.