Crime & Safety
University Of Illinois Study Links Neighborhood Violence And Lung Cancer
Despite the valiant cause, violence has tainted the way of life for many in the community.
June 27, 2024
CHICAGO (CBS) – Researchers at the University of Illinois said they have uncovered a potential link to aggressive lung cancer tumors and neighborhood violence, perhaps shedding new light on the impact stress has on the body.
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Michael Smith knows all too well about the highs and lows of living on Chicago's South Side. For more than 20 years, he has mentored youth in the community, leading them on a path to success.
Despite the valiant cause, violence has tainted the way of life for many in the community.