New medical treatments often come with great promise, but sometimes that promise doesn’t fully extend to Black Americans. “Populations of ... Read More
Breast Cancer
Lymphedema Can Be Prevented If Caught Early!
During a mastectomy or lumpectomy, your surgeon may choose to remove lymph nodes in your armpit in order to make sure there are no residual ... Read More
The Consequences Of Blacks Missing From U.S. Cancer Clinical Trials
Four out of five participants in cancer clinical trials are white, a discrepancy that calls into question whether other races and ... Read More
5 Reasons to Enroll Yourself in Clinical Trials
Finding newer medicines and medical devices requires constant effort from scientists to find a better cure for patients. Clinical trials are ... Read More
What Is Going To Change During Black History Month 2024?
It’s February and here we are with another Black History Month upon us. At least this year, it’s leap year so we have an extra day to what ... Read More
Black History of Health: Nina Simone
Arguably one of the most prolific entertainers in recent history, Nina Simone spent her career breaking barriers, shedding light, and ... Read More
CNN News Anchor Diagnosed with Stage 3 Cancer: “Being Alive Feels Really Different”
CNN's Sara Sidner is a truth teller. As a news anchor, she seeks out the truth of every story to inform, inspire and sometimes ignite ... Read More
HER2+ Breast Cancer: Your Guide to Navigating Diagnosis
If you or someone you care about has been diagnosed with HER2- Positive Breast Cancer, you're in the right place. Navigating a diagnosis ... Read More
HER2+ Breast Cancer Treatment: How to Make Decisions With Your Doctor
Facing a diagnosis of hormone receptor-positive (HER2-positive) breast cancer can feel overwhelming. You're not alone in this journey, ... Read More
5 Commonly Overlooked Signs of Breast Cancer
Breast cancer is the most common form of cancer in American women, other than skin cancers. Breast cancer is the second-most deadly cancer ... Read More
Can Breastfeeding Help Prevent Breast Cancer?
Let's spill the tea on something you've probably heard about but might not fully appreciate: Breastfeeding isn't just about feeding your ... Read More
IBC Unmasked: Taking Charge of Our Breast Health
Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) is a formidable adversary that often goes unnoticed until it's too late. For Black women, this silent ... Read More