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cancer cluster

Meaning of cancer cluster: The occurrence of a larger-than-expected number of cases of cancer within a group of people in a geographic area over a period of time.

Definition of cancer cluster

The occurrence of a larger-than-expected number of cases of cancer within a group of people in a geographic area over a period of time.

Written and maintained by James Murray Last updated July 21, 2026 Educational reference, not medical advice. Read the limitations.

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