Dr. Maggie A. Smith, an ambassador for the breast cancer organization Bright Pink, discusses how to detect breast cancer early and why it is especially important for Black women.
How To Detect Breast Cancer Early
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Why Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Patients Need Clinical Trials
Triple-negative breast Cancer (TNBC) is an aggressive form of breast cancer that predominantly affects younger women and women of color. As awareness grows and research advances, clinical trials have become a crucial avenue for developing new treatments and improving outcomes read more about Why Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Patients Need Clinical Trials

This Black Woman Went From Stage 3 Breast Cancer to Clinical Trials Advocate
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cqVNI2G7-c Javonne Williams' life took an unexpected turn in 2022 when she received a devastating diagnosis: stage three breast cancer. The news was a shock, but Williams faced her diagnosis with determination. She underwent an aggressive treatment plan, including a read more about This Black Woman Went From Stage 3 Breast Cancer to Clinical Trials Advocate

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 critical issues affecting Black people in cancer care. Their conversation offers valuable insights and resources that every read more about This Organization Wants to Empower Black Cancer Patients

4 Non-Surgical Treatments for HER2+, ER+ Breast Cancer
Receiving a diagnosis of HER2+ and ER+ breast cancer that has spread or cannot be surgically removed can feel overwhelming, but understanding the condition and your options can help you navigate this challenging journey. Understanding HER2+ and ER+ Breast Cancer read more about 4 Non-Surgical Treatments for HER2+, ER+ Breast Cancer

A Clinical Trial Extended the Life of Women With Hard-to-Treat Breast Cancer
(HealthDay News) — An experimental hormone therapy pill has shown promise in extending the lives of women with tough-to-treat advanced breast cancer, a new clinical trial shows. The drug, imlunestrant, improved progression-free survival in patients whose breast cancer was driven by read more about A Clinical Trial Extended the Life of Women With Hard-to-Treat Breast Cancer

A Clinical Trial Found an Effective Vaccine for Aggressive Breast Cancer
(HealthDay News) — An experimental vaccine could offer fresh hope to women diagnosed with an aggressive and hard-to-treat form of breast cancer, new research suggests. The vaccine appears to be safe and effective against triple-negative breast cancer — a type read more about A Clinical Trial Found an Effective Vaccine for Aggressive Breast Cancer