Insights for Navigating an Uncertain World
“Now, using these same TES model disciplines that have proven themselves over time, we examine excess cancer mortality. This is NOT GOOD NEWS… 8.9% Excess Mortality as of Week 18 2026 – with an out-of-season jump arriving over the last 6 weeks alone (no lag-adjust in these numbers). Cancer Mortality continues its climb to excess above and beyond baseline in the US. Now at 925 excess deaths per week.”
Mark Skidmore is Professor of Economics at Michigan State University where he holds the Morris Chair in State and Local Government Finance and Policy. His research focuses on topics in public finance, regional economics, and the economics of natural disasters. Mark created the Lighthouse Economics website and blog to share economic research and information relevant for navigating tumultuous times. View more posts
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