# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Environmental Risk Factors and Iowa's Cancer Crisis: A Linn County Conversation
- **Event Start and End Date**: Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm – Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm
- **Event Description**: Learn about the role that environmental risk factors play in Iowa's high cancer rates — and what it means for Iowans' health now and in the future.

In this special Linn County conversation, authors of the new report "Environmental Risk Factors and Iowa's Cancer Crisis" will present findings on pesticides, nitrate, PFAS, and radon, and their associations with cancer in Iowa.

Plus, we'll share actionable ways you can get involved in the movement for change.

Iowa's cancer rate is the second highest in the nation, and we are one of just a handful of states where rates of cancer are increasing. If you've been impacted by cancer or you are concerned about Iowa's future, this session is for you.

Attendance is free and open to the public, but RSVPs are appreciated. This event is hosted by the Iowa Environmental Council, the Iowa Farmers Union, and the Environmental Law & Policy Center.

RSVP here: https://www.iaenvironment.org/get-involved/council-events/linn
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/cedar-rapids/environmental-risk-factors-and-iowas-cancer-crisis-a-linn-county-conversation/200030466097327
- **Event Categories**: health-wellness, art, literary-art
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 59

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Cedar Rapids
- **state**: IA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Cedar Rapids Public Library
- **lat**: 41.977160872626
- **long**: -91.662888181442
- **full address**: Cedar Rapids Public Library, 401 4th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, United States

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Environmental Risk Factors and Iowa's Cancer Crisis: A Linn County Conversation being held?
  - **A:** Environmental Risk Factors and Iowa's Cancer Crisis: A Linn County Conversation takes place on Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 05:30 pm to Thu, 03 Sep, 2026 at 07:00 pm at Cedar Rapids Public Library, 401 4th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401, United States.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Environmental Risk Factors and Iowa's Cancer Crisis: A Linn County Conversation?
  - **A:** Environmental Risk Factors and Iowa's Cancer Crisis: A Linn County Conversation is organized by Iowa Environmental Council.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Environmental Risk Factors and Iowa's Cancer Crisis: A Linn County Conversation is ideal for art lovers, collectors, creatives, and anyone inspired by visual arts, installations, and exhibitions. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Cedar Rapids, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 50+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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