Are there any increased cancers or health problems in the population surrounding the Refuge?
As previously discussed in the health outcome data evaluation section, a cancer incidence data review was conducted in 1990 for communities surrounding the site. IDPH reviewed all cases of cancer diagnosed among residents of the study area for the years 1985 to 1987. Although there were limitations to the cancer incidence data review, no association between cancer incidence and the site was identified at the time the study was completed. • Is there an increased incidence of cancers to inmates of the Marion Federal Penitentiary? The 1990 cancer incidence data review included all cases of cancer diagnosed among residents of the study area, including the Marion zip code. If inmates were diagnosed and they listed the Penitentiary as their home address, they should be included in the data reviewed. If inmates diagnosed with cancer listed a home address outside the area, they would not have been included in the cancer incidence data review. • Are municipal water supplies routinely tested for
