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Cancer Resource Center for Black Americans

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Collectively, blacks have the highest death rate and shortest survival of any racial/ethnic group in the US for most cancers. Black men also have the highest cancer incidence rate. The causes of these inequalities are complex and reflect social and economic disparities and cultural differences that affect cancer risk, as well as differences in access to high-quality health care, more than biological differences. – American Cancer Society

Whether you or a loved one are worried about developing cancer, have just been diagnosed, are going through cancer treatment, or are trying to stay well after treatment, this resource center is dedicated to helping you find the answers and providing the resources you need.

Leading Sites of New Cancer Cases and Deaths among Blacks

Learn More About Specific Cancers

  • Breast Cancer
  • Cervical Cancer
  • Colon Cancer
  • Esophageal Cancer
  • Kidney Cancer
  • Leukemia
  • Liver Cancer
  • Lung Cancer
  • Multiple Myeloma
  • Ovarian Cancer
  • Prostate Cancer
  • Stomach Cancer

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among black women, and an average of 33,000 new cases are diagnosed every year.

A Breastie’s Guide to Navigating Radiation Therapy

Is Hormone Replacement Therapy Safe?

Navigating Breast Cancer: Understanding Your Treatment Options

Can You Get Life Insurance With Breast Cancer?

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Prostate Cancer

An average of 29,000 cases of prostate cancer are diagnosed among black men every year, accounting for 30% of all cancers diagnosed in this group. It is estimated that 1 in 7 black men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime.

Shannon Sharpe Talks Prostate Cancer: “Be a Part of the 96% That Survive”

Can I Get Prostate Cancer At 20?

3 Health Benefits That Come From Drinking Egg Nog

Cancer and Depression: Is Depression Affecting My Cancer?

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Lung Cancer

An average of 25,000 cases of lung cancer are diagnosed among blacks every year. Lung cancer is the second most common cancer in both black men and women.

What Happens to Your Body When You Quit Smoking?

5 Natural Remedies to Clear Lung Mucus

Could Air Pollution Give You Lung Cancer Even if You Live a Healthy Lifestyle?

Diagnosed with Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer? Learn How Comprehensive Biomarker Testing Can Help Inform Your Treatment (Q&A)

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Colon Cancer

Colorectal cancer is the third most common cancer in both black men and women. An average of 20,000 cases of colorectal cancer are diagnosed among black Americans every year. Blacks have the highest rates of colorectal cancer of any racial/ethnic group in the US.

6 Reasons You Should Give Up Meat For A Day

Cancers in People Under 50 Are Rising Worldwide

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: 3 Things You Should Know! (Q&A)

Living with Colon Cancer

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Multiple Myeloma

An average of 7,000 new cases of multiple myeloma are diagnosed among Blacks every year. Myeloma is a cancer of immune system cells called plasma cells. Incidence rates for myeloma are 2.1 times higher in NH black men and 2.6 times higher in NH black women compared to NH white men and women

4 Reasons Why Blacks are Twice as Likely to Develop Multiple Myeloma

My Multiple Myeloma Story: “I Was Misdiagnosed 3 Times”

Essential Tips For The Multiple Myeloma Caregiver

7 Reasons Why Myeloma Patients Should Have a Support Circle

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