What to know
In this episode of CDC's Environmental Health Nexus podcast, Jamie Rayman, a regional director with the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR), and Paul Charp, a senior health physicist at CDC, discuss uranium and radon in the environment and their impact on health, particularly in tribal communities. Tune in to learn why exposure to these radioactive elements remains a concern, the practical steps families can take to protect their health, and the community outreach efforts underway to raise awareness and reduce risk.
Format: MP4
Language: English (US)
Last updated: January 22, 2026
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Guests
- Jamie Rayman, Regional Director, Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
- Paul Charp, Senior Health Physicist, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention
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Content Source:
National Center for Environmental Health