The IARC Monographs identify environmental factors that can increase the risk of human cancer. These include chemicals, complex mixtures, occupational exposures, physical agents, biological agents, and lifestyle factors.
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The Institute of Health Economics in Alberta Canada provides free access to web-based statistics generated by national and global agencies and research groups. Focus on Canadian and American statistics, with some international coverage.
Consumer-focused research evidence on safety of using medication while pregnant or breastfeeding.
This system provides health information on American Indians and Alaska Native Elders. Includes policy, consumer health, and caregiver information.
Health resource for older adults and their caretakers. Includes videos and health topics for older adults, and training resources for information providers.
Data collected by state cancer registries enable public health professionals to understand and address the cancer burden more effectively. CDC provides support for states to maintain registries that provide high-quality data.
Abstract database of social work literature from 1977 to present. Topics include homelessness, child and family welfare, AIDs, aging, substance abuse, community organization, and more.
Resources, information, products, and links to facilitate effectiveness of partnership between state data centers and the United States Census Bureau to provide efficient access to census data.
Published between 1879-2012 by the U.S. Census Bureau, sources of data include the Census Bureau, Bureau of Labor Statistics, Bureau of Economic Analysis, and many other Federal agencies and private organizations. Ceased publication after 2011.
An open source collection of lectures and research methods on global health developed by leaders in the field. This resource is useful for learning about different aspects of global health and course planning.
Includes datasets, databases, interactive tools, factsheets, and other publications regarding cancer statistics.