National analysis of cancer mortality and proximity to nuclear power plants in the United States - PubMed
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- Study examines cancer mortality rates in relation to proximity to nuclear power plants in the U.S.
- Higher cancer mortality rates found in counties closer to operational nuclear power plants.
- Analysis covers nationwide mortality data from 2000-2018, accounting for various factors.
- Strongest associations observed among older adults, particularly males aged 65-74 and females aged 55-64.
- Findings cannot establish causality but highlight the need for further research into exposure pathways and cancer-specific risks.