News Clipping from 1993 Relevant to Our Interest in Chernobyl

example of one news story ... Belarus plagued by lingering Chernobyl radiation, UPn 8/29/93 11:00 PM Belarus plagued by lingering Chernobyl radiation, infectious illnesses UPI NewsFeature (800) Adv. Mon. Aug. 30 or thereafter By VALENTINA STAROVA MOSCOW (UPI) -- The government of the former Soviet republic of Belarus recently issued chilling statistics that confirmed the worst fears of its readers about the legacy of the 1986 Chernobyl nuclear accident. The figures showed that thyroid cancer -- a rare but deadly illness often linked to radiation exposure -- is on the rise in Belarus, with almost as many new cases recorded in the first six months of this year as in all of 1992. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0024

News Clips

A collection of news clips I used to track what might be relevant to our work in Kazakhstan. Of note is a story about Newmont Corp\u27s interest in developing gold resources in the region. They eventually were contacted and help support several public health education initiatives in the Semey region. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0016

Bryansk Early if Not Initial Visit

This may be my (Armin) initial trip notes/report from Bryansk and Kyiv. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0007

Obit for Bishop Hearn

Obit for Bishop Hearn in Sept 9, 2020 Houston Chronicle, He was instrumental in asking Armin to help engage in the work supported by AIHA to compliment his Methodist interest in Kazakhstan. Without him the project would not have begun nor ended . Because of him TMH provided multiple years of support that complimented the AIHA funding and allow Armin to bring many other resources to their effort. A truly warm, respectful and supportive leader. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0030

Jerry Cuttler Bio, CV, etc.

Jerry Cuttler was involved with the Canadian Nuclear listserv that Armin Weinberg subscribed to as a way to see what was being discussed by some in the industry. His work provides balance as it focuses on the positive effects of radiation in health and medicine to reduce fear. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0010

Marnie

A letter of recommendation for Marnie Rose\u27s application to medical school. Marnie matriculated to UTHouston started a Pediatric Residency but passed away due to a glioblastoma. Her family started http://www.drmarnierose.org/ a foundation that continues today. This letter provides a nice summary of her past interest and work related to Chernobyl. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0022

Plans for Nazarbayev Visit to Houston and TMC

A list of things that Armin created in preparation for the visit by the President of Kazakhstan to Texas, Houston and the Medical Center. Very insightful with names and activities. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0052

Texas Hadassah Medical Research Foundation (THMRF) Minutes Very Early on

These appear to show the initial key organizers and board members. Merilee Weiner as Executive Director, etc. Discussing early vision and plans not limited to Chernobyl but is was one of the items. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0051

Initial thoughts about AIHA Kazakhstan partnership in Semipalatinsk

Notes by Armin that look at issues and opportunity for us with this AIHA partnership in Kazakhstan. The core of course with our internal BCM, TMH, TCH, TMC benefits. Obviously with possible links to our work in Chernobyl and even the AMC business as well. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0004

DBASE for the Invitational Conference in Houston

This appears to be the master database of the folks invited to our International Conference hosted by TMH, BCM, THMRF etc. in 1993? It is a treasure trove of those we initially invited from both Israel, Japan, former USSR (Russia, Ukraine, etc.) and of course USA! It has phone and institutional affiliations, flights, etc. See more at https://archives.library.tmc.edu/dm-ms211-012-0046