Geographical variation in lymphoma incidence
1988
Geographical Variation in Lymphoma Incidence
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Author Information
Author(s): S. Hoar Zahm, A. Blair
Primary Institution: National Cancer Institute
Hypothesis
Is there a relationship between agricultural herbicide exposure and the increasing risk of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in rural areas?
Conclusion
The study suggests that agricultural exposure to herbicides may be linked to higher rates of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in rural areas.
Supporting Evidence
- Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma rates increased more in rural areas than urban areas.
- Previous studies have shown increased cancer risks among farmers.
- Herbicide exposure has been linked to higher risks of non-Hodgkin's lymphoma.
Takeaway
People living in the countryside might get sick more often from a type of cancer called non-Hodgkin's lymphoma because they use certain farm chemicals.
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