Suzanne Condon

Suzanne Condon, an environmental health expert and former associate commissioner at Massachusetts’ health department, and Megan Latshaw, a professor at Johns Hopkins, dive into the intricate world of cancer cluster investigations. They discuss the alarming case of Woburn, where contaminated water likely led to a spike in leukemia. The guests explain how unusual cancer patterns are detected, the importance of community involvement, and the challenges faced in pinpointing causes. They emphasize a proactive approach to health investigations despite the complexity of cancer causation.