SACRAMENTO, the United States, Oct. 26 (Xinhua) -- Older Black women in the United States are less likely to receive standard breast cancer treatments and face longer delays in starting therapy ...
A biopsy soon confirmed the diagnosis: breast cancer. When the news was delivered, Bancroft’s first instinct wasn’t fear — it was resolve. “What are we going to do about this?” ...
SAN FRANCISCO (KGO) -- The American Cancer Society is urging Black women to use their voices to help fight breast cancer. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the push to get Black women ...
In conclusion, Breast Cancer Awareness Month is an opportunity to reflect on the importance of breast health, particularly within the Black community. By redefining self-care to include breast ...
The Virgin Islands Police Department and the Virgin Islands Office of Highway Safety proudly announce their participation in Red Ribbon Week, observed from Oct. 23 to 31. This year’s theme, “Celebrate ...
In North Texas, Black women face significant barriers to breast cancer care across the continuum of care. There is limited access to imaging centers, particularly for those who are uninsured or on ...
Since the killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar during an Israeli military operation, X has been flooded with claims that UNRWA has added a black ribbon to its logo as a sign of mourning.
Not only that but to be more specific, the incidences of breast cancer are increasing more in women under 50. Research shows that Black women have a higher mortality rate overall. They have a 38% ...
A new at-home spit test for prostate cancer could allow thousands of men to receive earlier diagnoses – including Black men who were previously excluded from such tests. The NHS is launching a ...
While these statistics and the rising global incidence are startling, so too is the fact that the prevalence and severity of prostate cancer are notably higher among black men 2. As many as 1 in 6 ...
Recent studies also indicate that one in six black men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime, in contrast to one in eight white men. Globally, black men are 70% more likely ...
Colon cancer remains a significant health concern, particularly within the Black community, where the disease disproportionately affects individuals. A recent study led by researcher Adjoa Anyane ...