Black women have historically accounted for the least amount of data in many genetic and medical studies. Though the tide has turned today ... Read More
Triple Negative Breast Cancer
3 Black Patients on What It’s Like to Do a Clinical Trial
Clinical trials can seem mysterious and intimidating to many people, especially those in the Black community who have historical reasons for ... Read More
Her Daughter Saved Her Life. Then She Gave Birth to Another on Mother’s Day
Cancer doesn’t strike evenly, and women are paying the price. According to new data, women now face an 82 percent higher rate of cancer ... Read More
Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Clinical Trials for Black Women: How to Find Them
Triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) is an aggressive form of breast cancer that tests negative for the three molecular components of breast ... Read More
This Organization Wants to Empower Black Cancer Patients
Ahead of World Cancer Day, a recent discussion hosted by BDO between Ricki Fairley, Dr. Monique Gary, and Daneen Sekoni sheds light on ... Read More
COVID Nearly Took My Life, Then Came Cancer: How I Fought Back!
In November 2020, Linda felt a small lump in her breast. Little did she know that this pea-sized lump would become part of a story that ... Read More
This Breast Cancer Study Wants to Help Black Women As Young As 30
For Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the Pink Table Talk hosted by TOUCH: the Black Breast Cancer Alliance, experts discussed the importance ... Read More
How Acupuncture Can Transform Your Breast Cancer Treatment
As a breast cancer patient undergoing hormone therapy, you're likely familiar with the challenge of managing its side effects, particularly ... Read More
Black Women Are Affected By More Aggressive Subtypes: Here’s How We Create Change
Biology plays a role. Imagine being diagnosed at a younger age and a more advanced stage of a condition or disease when finally diagnosed. ... Read More
From Physician to TNBC Patient: ‘Your Health is Worth Fighting For’
Imagine being a healthcare professional, confident in your knowledge and expertise, only to find yourself on the other side of the medical ... Read More
6 Tips For Black Women Coping With a Triple Negative Diagnosis
It’s estimated that up to 20 percent of people who are diagnosed with breast cancer have a specific type - triple-negative breast cancer. ... 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
