Cancer Statistics in Metropolitan Detroit 2015
Cancer Statistics in Metropolitan Detroit 2015 provides a comprehensive overview of cancer incidence, mortality, and survival rates in Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties.
The report covers:
Cancer trends: Including temporal trends and comparisons between incidence and mortality rates for leading cancers, broken down by sex and race (Caucasian and African American). It highlights disparities between these groups and compares local trends to national data.
Survival analysis: Examines 5-year relative survival rates for prostate, female breast, lung, and colorectal cancers, stratified by stage and race.
Population demographics: Details the population of the tri-county area by age, sex, race, and ethnicity.
MDCSS research activities: Summarizes ongoing research projects, including studies on cancer survivorship, treatment options for prostate cancer, resources for Latina breast cancer survivors, the impact of breast density on cancer risk, and the link between benign breast disease and cancer risk in African American women.
Data collection authority: Includes correspondence confirming the MDCSS's legal authority to collect and report individually identifiable cancer information.
Participating institutions: Lists the hospitals, labs, and treatment facilities that contribute data to the MDCSS.
The report emphasizes the importance of the MDCSS in tracking cancer trends, informing public health initiatives, and supporting research aimed at improving cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. It also highlights the significance of studying racial disparities in cancer outcomes and the need for targeted interventions. If you are interested in learning more about cancer statistics or ongoing research in the Metro Detroit area, this report is a valuable resource.