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Cedar Rapids Gazette in Cedar Rapids, Iowa

31 Mar 2024

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Cedar Rapids Gazette

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Cedar Rapids, Iowa, United States of America

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Mar 31, 2024

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4

Iowa cancer cluster studies show rarity and shifting methods

The Iowa Registry has conducted 150 cluster investigations since 1994 with only one confirmed cancer cluster. Experts note that true findings require ruling out chance, and a shift to starting investigations at known contamination sites could reveal unexpected cancer patterns. The report mentions rural southeast Iowa cases from the mid 1990s including several brain tumor diagnoses.

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Iowa probes teach rethink of cancer clusters nationwide

Iowa researchers note 150 suspected cancer clusters examined over 30 years yielded one confirmed case, the Wellman brain tumors. They advocate a new approach focusing on environmental factors and broader related cancers with ongoing monitoring and community surveys.

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ACT Fund aids Iowa cancer patients access care

Diane Anderson, a breast cancer survivor, started the Accessing Cancer Treatment Fund to help under-resourced Iowans access early screenings and treatment in Eastern Iowa. The fund covers copays, transportation and other costs that deter care. Donations can be made online or by mailing a check to 114 E Fourth St Suite 300 Waterloo IA 50703 with ACT in the memo.

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Diane Anderson ACT
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