The Cancer Burden in Michigan: Selected Statistics — 1991-2009 This September 2009 revised report was developed by the Michigan Public Health Institute Cancer Epidemiology and Evaluation Cancer staff in support of the Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Control Program and the Michigan Cancer Consortium. It describes the cancer burden in Michigan in terms of morbidity and mortality and the human costs associated with cancer to the extent to which data are available at this time. Six cancer sites are presented: breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, prostate, and ovarian.
National Cancer Institute — "Cancer Risk: Understanding the Puzzle" Web Site http://understandingrisk.cancer.gov
This site offers a reliable source for individuals and healthcare providers who are seeking: risk information for six common cancer types (breast, cervical, colorectal, lung, prostate, and skin); steps to reduce an individual's risk; tips for understanding cancer news stories; and tools an individual can use with his/her provider to manage his/her cancer risk.
