Poverty in the residential and surrounding counties and its impact on mortality in women with breast cancer

Key Points

• This research investigates how poverty levels in residential and surrounding counties influence mortality among women diagnosed with breast cancer.
• Analyzed poverty data from residential and surrounding counties
• Examined mortality rates in women with breast cancer based on these poverty levels
• Identified high- and low-risk regions for breast cancer survivors
• Poverty in surrounding counties significantly increases mortality risk among breast cancer survivors
• Incorporating surrounding county poverty improves mortality risk assessments
• Greater understanding of these factors can aid in defining at-risk regions for better healthcare allocation