Yuma, Arizona, is a city with a population of just over 90,000 people. However, despite its small size, Yuma has the highest cancer rates in the state of Arizona. In fact, Yuma’s cancer rates are higher than the national average. There are a number of factors that contribute to Yuma’s high cancer rates. One factor…
Mingo County, West Virginia, has the highest cancer rates in the state. In 2022, the cancer incidence rate in Mingo County was 603.6 per 100,000 people, compared to the state average of 545.9 per 100,000 people. This alarming disparity begs the question: What factors contribute to Mingo County’s distressingly high cancer rates? Unraveling the Causes…
Crenshaw County, Alabama, has emerged as a concerning focal point for public health officials due to its distinction of having the highest cancer rates in the state. According to data from the Alabama Cancer Registry spanning the years 2016 to 2020, the age-adjusted incidence rate of all cancers combined in Crenshaw County was a staggering…
Cancer is a leading cause of death in the United States, and California is no exception. According to a recent study by the California Cancer Registry, the city of Richmond has the highest cancer rates in the state. The study found that Richmond residents have a 20% higher risk of developing cancer than the average…
The city of Benton Harbor, Michigan, has the highest cancer rates in the state. According to the Michigan Cancer Surveillance Program, cancer rates in Benton Harbor are 20% higher than the state average. The city’s cancer rates are also higher than the national average. There are a number of factors that may contribute to the…
Meridian, Mississippi, has the highest cancer rates in the state. According to the Mississippi State Department of Health, in 2021, the cancer incidence rate in Meridian was 599.1 cases per 100,000 people, compared to the state average of 540.4 cases per 100,000 people. This means that Meridian residents are about 11% more likely to be…
According to the Kentucky Cancer Registry, Floyd County, Kentucky has the highest cancer rates in the state. In 2020, the age-adjusted cancer incidence rate in Floyd County was 232.3 cases per 100,000 people, compared to the state average of 155.3 cases per 100,000 people. Factors Contributing to High Cancer Rates 1. Smoking: A Pervasive Health…