Cancer Atlas

Description:
Updated atlas of cancer mortality in the U.S. (1950-1994) provides:

• Mortality rates per 100,000 person-years, directly standardized using the 1970 U.S. population, calculated by race (whites: 1950-69 and 1970-94; blacks: 1970-94 only), and gender for nearly 40 cancers
• More than 250 computerized color-coded maps showing mortality rates at the county level (over 3000 counties) and/or State Economic Area level (over 500 SEAs)
• Summary tables, text and figures
• Customizable maps by five year time intervals, four broad age groups, and more

Web Site:
Cancer Mortality Maps and Graphs http://www3.cancer.gov/atlasplus

Contact:
Dr. Susan Devesa; devesas@mail.nih.gov

This page last updated 2007-07-20 15:37:42