Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Possible Cancer Cluster in Ohio Town

October 21, 2009 - The Ohio Department of Health is beginning a cancer assessment in Ottawa County. It's all thanks to a cancer survivor who believes there's a possible cluster in Port Clinton.

42-year-old Maria Claus Konoff lives in Ottawa Hills with her family, but she grew up in Port Clinton. 15 years ago she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. As the years went on, Maria began to find out that many people she grew up with also had cancer.

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1 comment:

People Investigating Toxic Sites said...

Was the cancer cluster in Port Clinton caused by carcinogens emanating from the old dumpsite beneath Port Clinton High School? Further investigation is warranted.