University of Iowa researchers create tools for cancer tracking in different states

By: Brooklyn Draisey

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: February 13, 2026

Words: 926

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 6 days ago


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As Iowa officials drill down on their fight to understand and address high cancer rates in the state, a mapping tool developed by University of Iowa researchers is informing their and other states’ work — and the network is set to keep growing.

Where previously only countywide data was available on what types of cancers are prevalent in different areas, Cancer Analytics & Maps for Small Areas, or CAMSA, shows cancer incidence and mortality …

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