Iowa is experiencing a troubling cancer crisis, with the second-highest cancer rate in the US. Local residents diagnosed or affected by cancer met to share experiences, highlighting a community deeply impacted by this issue. The Iowa Environmental Council is leading a research project to explore potential environmental factors contributing to the rising rates, including pesticides used in farming, radon exposure, and alcohol consumption. While Kentucky has higher rates, the exact causes in Iowa remain uncertain, prompting urgent investigation and community concern.
"Every person I talk to knows somebody that has [recently] had a cancer diagnosis. It's just a constant drumbeat. It's scary."
"In Iowa, the cause has been less clear. Last year, a state report cited alcohol consumption as a key factor."
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