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TUESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2001

Lung cancer is killing American Indian men and women in Minnesota at twice the rate of whites, according to a state health study released on Monday.

Due to the high rate, the state Department of Health is recommending special efforts be made to reduce tobacco usage among American Indians. American Indian women have the highest rate of smoking among women in the country, according to federal statistics.

The Minnesota study was the first of its kind for the state.

Get the Story:
Cancer rates higher for racial minorities than whites (AP 10/15)

Get the Study:
CANCER IN MINNESOTA:Racial and Ethnic Disparities (10/15)

Relevant Links:
Minnesota Department of Health - http://www.health.state.mn.us

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