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male children. Elevated lactic dehydrogenase (LDH is the enzyme that catalyzes the reduction of pyruvate to lactate in the presence of NADH) was also observed in two of the children. In a follow-up conversation on September 23, 1980 Dr. Jankowski reported that the cause of elevated LDH readings had not been identified and also reported that one patient, a female, was experiencing sinus irritation. Based on the results of medical testing to date and lack of findings from the gas analysis, it appears that the health of the residents is not seriously threatened. This finding does not minimize the symptoms that have been reported, and measures should be taken to abate the odor problem as soon as possible. A final health concern is the possibility of groundwater contamination by landfill products. Carbon dioxide from the landfill is of particular concern because of its solubility in water and potential for increasing the mineralization of the water. An evaluation of drinking water from residences adjacent to the landfill shows that the landfill has not been impacted or contaminated the drinking water. There is a need, however, to critically evaluate and monitor-groundwater because of the potential for future contamination. Based on conversations with Dr. Ed Gilman, a vegetation specialist from Rutgers University, the results of gas migration testing and visual observations, it appears likely that the land- fill is impacting red pine trees on the north and west side of the landfill. It is unlikely that garden crops will be adversely affected by the landfill decomposition products because of shal- low root systems of garden crops compared to trees. The garden crops are considered safe for consumption.