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Study: Appalachian Kentuckians Continue to Face Higher Colorectal Cancer Mortality Rates

Source
UK Now
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Date
Jun 13, 2024
Summary
Summarizes research finding mortality disparities for residents of Appalachian Kentucky with colorectal cancer compared to both the rest of the state and nationally. Describes potential factors contributing to the disparity including access to healthcare, lifestyle factors, and lack of education on colorectal cancer.
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Access · Appalachia · Health disparities · Mortality · Statistics and data · Kentucky