Why Spatial Context Matters Slides
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Neighborhood Characteristics: Built Environment
Learn more about Built Environment and how it affects cancer rates.
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Exposure: Water Quality
Certain cancers can be triggered by exposure to toxic agents, such as chemicals in the water supply.
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Access to Health Services: Healthcare Environment
Learn how access to health services influences cancer screening, diagnosis, and treatment.
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Neighborhood Characteristics: Walkability
Neighborhood characteristics like walkability influence people's ability to get adequate exercise, an important part of a healthy lifestyle.
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Exposure: Traffic Pollution
Exposure to pollutants in the air may increase risk of certain cancers.
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Access to Health Services: Access to Hospitals
Access to health services varies geographically, with urban areas often having greater availability than rural areas.
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Neighborhood Characteristics: Food Environment
Living in a neighborhood with easy access to healthy foods can help people adopt a healthy lifestyle.
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Neighborhood Characteristics: Parks and Green Space
Access to neighborhood parks may encourage people to exercise outdoors.
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UV Exposure Data
Comparing County Level UV Exposure Data for the Continental United States.
