The UF Health Cancer Institute serves more than 3.4 million residents across 26 counties of North, Central and East Florida, spanning the size of Southern New England.
Most of the counties (17) are rural and all are classified as medically underserved or as having medically underserved areas. The population has the highest fraction (24%) of residents age 65 and older in Florida.
Through community outreach, the UF Health Cancer Institute supports efforts to increase health literacy, prevention, screening and research engagement.
Size The catchment area spans the size of Southern New England.
22 Counties with smoking rates greater than the Florida average.
67% Overweight/obese.
55% Less than 55% received mammograms in the past year.
65% Less than 65% received a colonoscopy in the past 10 years.
70% Less than 70% received Pap tests in the past three years.
Cancer InFocus
Cancer InFocus is an interactive data visualization platform designed to help users explore cancer incidence, stage at diagnosis and mortality across our catchment area. The dashboard provides accessible, data-driven insights to support community engagement, research planning, program development and policy decision-making.
Data are presented at the county level and can be filtered by cancer type and selected indicators to highlight geographic patterns and disparities in cancer outcomes.
How to Use the Dashboard
Use the interactive filters and maps to:
- Select a cancer type or indicator of interest
- Compare cancer patterns across counties
- Identify areas with elevated incidence, late-stage diagnosis, or mortality
- Explore trends that may inform outreach, screening, or research efforts
Hover over maps and charts for additional details.
