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Indicators: Human HealthNon-Hodgkin's LymphomaThe reasons for the marked increase in this cancer are not well understood, but some reports cite exposure to certain fertilizers, pesticides and other chemicals as potential factors. Rates might have peaked in the late 1990s.
Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is a cancer of the lymphatic system. It begins in the lymphoid tissue which contains lymphocytes, white blood cells that help the body fight infections. Lymphocytes travel throughout the body and can carry abnormal lymphocytes, spreading the cancer. The data for this indicator are from the Department of Public Health’s Tumor Registry, which records all known cancer cases in the state. Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma has increased markedly since record keeping began. The reasons are not well understood, though the rise of Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (AIDS) since the 1980s accounts for some cases. Several studies also cite environmental factors, including exposure to certain fertilizers, pesticides, and chemicals. In 2000 through 2003 (the most recent years for which data are available), the rate of new cases showed improvement.< p=""> | |
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