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Hazardous Waste Sites and Children's Health Risks Internet URL http://www.atsdr.cdc.gov/child/atsdrpage2.html Sponsoring Agency Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Description Children who live near hazardous waste sites often have greater exposures, greater potential for health problems, and less ability to avoid hazards. ATSDR has created this special home page to highlight its Child Health Initiative and activities related to communities near hazardous waste sites. Related Topics Drinking Water Environmental Health Hazardous Materials Hazardous Waste Pesticide Toxicology Waste Management Review Date 4/7/2004

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