Rising Health Crisis in America’s Cancer Hub Linked to Economic Growth Surge
Baton Rouge, LA — In an unfortunate paradox, the same industrial activities that have spurred Louisiana’s economic growth could also be behind a troubling increase in cancer cases in the region, often referred to as America’s “Cancer Alley.” This 85-mile stretch along the Mississippi River, from Baton Rouge to New Orleans, is laden with oil refineries, plastics plants, and chemical facilities that contribute prominently to the state’s economy. Despite the economic prosperity brought about by …