Past Cancer Data Inquiries
West Salem Osteosarcoma - West Salem experienced more osteosarcoma cases than expected during 2008-2012. PHD conducted an initial analysis that indicated there was not enough information to determine if cases could be attributed to a specific cause.
Bullseye Glass Co - A 2016 study by the United States Forest Service (USFS) analyzed moss samples collected around Portland for concentrations of heavy metals. USFS found cadmium at the highest concentrations near the Bullseye Glass manufacturing facility. Cadmium is a top concern of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). To better understand what was in the air, DEQ placed an air monitor near the facility, and the results showed cadmium and arsenic were at levels that exceeded health benchmarks. A Public Health Assessments was completed in 2023, which included cancer information.
Mt Vernon Elementary School – Staff at Mt Vernon Elementary School were concerned about the number of school employees who had been diagnosed with cancers. A review of the data found the area around the school showed no elevated cancer rates and no environmental concerns where determined from environmental testing of the school.