Let’s Talk About It: Ending Breast Cancer Disparities Through Sisterhood and Support

Let’s talk about it

If identified early, breast cancer can be prevented. It is unacceptable that women still die from breast cancer.

First, the good news: Breast cancer death rates dropped by 43% from 1989 to 2020, and they’re declining for every racial and ethnic group except American Indian and Alaska Native women, for whom the rates are stable, according to the American Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Statistics, 2022.

Now the disheartening news:  Black women continue to be 40% more likely to die of the disease despite having a lower incidence of the cancer.

At AAWP, we believe it is unacceptable that women still die from breast cancer. Most recently, we learned that Amanda Lewis lost her battle with the disease (Remembering Ananda Lewis | Watch).

AAWP has teamed with Merck to continue to educate black women about breast cancer prevention and health promotion.  We believe that no one should die from this disease.  We also know that social support and community is a key protective factor in the black community.

Engage your loved ones, sister circle, girlfriend tribe, and community members in the conversation.

• Talk about your breast health with your family and your queen circle!
• Prioritize your physical and mental health.
• Encourage other members of your sister circle to prioritize their breast health – conduct self-exams, get regular mammograms, and seek medical treatment when necessary.

Tell us about the conversations you have had or share your experience.  What impact did it have?  How has your support helped others in your circle address breast health?  Let’s talk…