Children living near oil and gas wells face higher risk of rare leukemia, studies show

Children living near oil and gas wells face higher risk of rare leukemia, studies show

The U.S. has nearly 1 million oil and natural gas wells. Some, like the one here in Commerce City, Colo., are within a few thousand feet of schools and neighborhoods. RJ Sangosti/Getty ImagesAcute lymphocytic leukemia is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in children, although it is rare. It begins in the bone marrow and rapidly progresses. Long-term survival rates exceed 90%, but many survivors face lifelong health challenges. Those inc…

Children Living Near Oil And Gas Wells Face Higher Risk Of Rare Leukemia, Studies Show

Acute lymphocytic leukemia is one of the most commonly diagnosed cancers in children, although it is rare. It begins in the bone marrow and rapidly progresses.