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THINKING ZINC
Beesh Dootł'izh Bantsáhákees
Many different metals are found in abandoned uranium mine and milling waste sites throughout the Navajo Nation. These metals can get into your body through food, water or dust. Studies have shown that metals such as uranium and arsenic can damage cells in your body. There is information that damage from metals may be reduced when enough zinc is present. This research study will ask whether taking daily zinc pills at the USDA recommended daily allowance helps to protect the body from the effects of exposure to harmful metals.
Additional resources. (PDF files, will open in a new tab or window):
- Consent Form to Participate in Research Study Thinking Zinc
- Thinking Zinc Brochure
- Thinking Zinc Presentation to Diné Uranium Remediation Advisory Commission, Sept. 9, 2021
- Thinking Zinc Community Overview, July 14, 2021
Research Volunteers Needed
To participate, you are:
- 21-64 years of age
- Not diabetic
- Not allergic to zinc
- Not pregnant or nursing
You will:
- 21-64 years of age
- Not diabetic
- Not allergic to zinc
- Not pregnant or nursing
Community Partners
- Red Water Pond Road Community Association
- Tachee Uranium Concerns Committee
- Blue Gap/Tachee Chapter
Research Partners
- UNM METALS Superfund Center
- UNM College of Pharmacy
- Southwest Research & Information Center
- Indigenous Education Institute
Research Sponsors
- NIEHS Superfund Research Program
1P42ES025589 - UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center P30
CA118100 - UNM Clinical Translational Science Center
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