St. Louis residents demand radiation illness compensation support

Residents near Coldwater Creek in St. Louis are raising concerns about health issues linked to radiation exposure from atomic bomb research. A compensation program for affected individuals expired in 2024, leaving many without support. Community members report a high incidence of rare cancers and illnesses among their families. They are advocating for the expansion of government compensation to include their area, which was impacted by uranium processing during the Manhattan Project. The Environmental Protection Agency is working with local groups to address health concerns, but many residents feel their fears are not being adequately addressed. Some healthcare professionals are urging increased screenings for those living near the contaminated site.