Experiencing changes in your breasts during pregnancy is to be expected, so when April Addison felt a small, hard knot in her breast near ... Read More
Breast Cancer
Surgery Could Boost Survival for Women With Advanced Breast Cancers
Breast cancer is the most common cancer among African-American women. It is also the second leading cause of cancer deaths among ... Read More
Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Safe?
As you approach menopause, your levels of estrogen and progesterone (the hormones that cause you to ovulate and menstruate each month) start ... Read More
Chemotherapy Side Effects & Management
According to the American Cancer Society, chemotherapy (chemo) usually refers to the use of medicines or drugs to treat cancer. How does ... Read More
Its a Miracle! Cynthia Bailey’s Mother Is Cancer Free!
Model and former Real Housewives of Atlanta cast member Cynthia Bailey is all smiles as she continues to celebrate a miracle: the gift of ... Read More
What Does a Breast Cancer Lump Feel Like?
A breast lump is a tissue growth that appears inside your breast. Finding a lump in your breast can be a scary and worrying ... Read More
6 Possible Causes Of Itchy Breasts & Nipples
We all get an itch from time to time and while in most cases it isn't a cause of concern, in some cases it may be a sign that you need to ... Read More
My Story: Blessed, Bald & Beautiful
In 2009, Cheryl Ash-Simpson had a wonderful career, a beautiful teenage daughter, and had just found the love of her life. Then something ... Read More
5 Ways to Lower Your Heart Disease and Breast Cancer Risk at the Same Time
It turns out that many of the lifestyle behaviors that help you fight off breast cancer can also help you avoid heart disease. Think of ... Read More
3 Breast Cancer Organizations Every Black Woman Should Know About
A couple of years ago, a woman was diagnosed with breast cancer every three minutes, according to Susan G. Komen. This year? Every two ... Read More
Answers to All Your Burning Questions as a Cancer Survivor
You beat cancer and that is something to celebrate and be proud of, however, life as a breast cancer survivor may pose a lot of questions ... Read More
Breast Cancer Survivor Sheds Light On Toxic Chemicals in Beauty Products
When Tiah Tomlin-Harris got diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 38, she had no family history of the disease. However, she believed ... Read More