Breast cancer death rate drops in Iowa over two decades
Iowa doctors say the breast cancer mortality rate fell 40 percent from 1992 to 2010, reaching 19.4 per 100000 women, with progress expected to continue due to better screening and targeted therapies. The Cancer in Iowa 2013 report from the State Health Registry highlights advances like molecular subtyping and intraoperative radiation therapy.
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Iowa cancer death estimates for 2013 by type
The report projects 6400 Iowa deaths from cancer in 2013 with lung cancer as the leading cause for both sexes and colon and rectal cancer prominent among men. It notes stable total deaths but falling age adjusted mortality over 20 years. An estimated 17300 new cancer cases will be diagnosed in Iowa this year. Cancer and heart disease remain Iowa's top killers.
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Marion near goal for Klopfenstein Amphitheater project
Marion closes in on a 1.5 million funding target for the Klopfenstein Amphitheater after a 250 300 grant from Vision Iowas Community Attraction and Tourism committee. The project moves ahead with bids next months and a summer start for a December completion.
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The Gazette Publication Details and Subscription Rates
The Gazette established January 10 1883 and published daily at 500 Third Ave SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52401. It lists in state and out of state subscription rates and a postmaster address for changes. The Associated Press holds republication rights for local news and AP dispatches. Contact numbers for subscription service and general inquiries are provided.
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