ATSDR has seven goals:
# Protect the public from environmental hazards and toxic exposures.
# Promote healthy environments.
# Advance the science of environmental public health.
# Support environmental public health practice.
# Educate communities, partners, and policy makers about environmental health risks and protective measures.
# Promote environmental justice and reduce health disparities associated with environmental exposures.
# Provide unique scientific and technical expertise to advance public health science and practice.