An estimated 19,540 new cases of breast cancer are expected to occur among African American women in 2009
The overall incidence rate of breast cancer is 10% lower in African American women than white women.
African American women have a five year survival rate of 77% after diagnosis as compared to 90% for white women.
The breast cancer mortality rate for African American women is 36% higher than white women
Breast cancer incidence rate among younger African American (under 40) is higher than white women.
Research shows that aggressive tumor characteristics are more common in African American women than white women.
Breast cancer is the second most common cause of cancer death among African American women.
Source: American Cancer Society, Cancer Facts
& Figures for African American 2009-2010
AFFILIATE CHAPTERS
Sisters Network® Inc. addresses the breast health needs of African American women, through its affiliate chapters, and partnerships with existing service providers. Chapters are organized by breast cancer survivors who are committed to establishing the much needed community breast health services.
Provided below is a list of affiliate chapter as of August 2011. If you are interested in becoming a member, contact your local chapter.
If there is not a chapter in your area and you would like to start one, please contact the National Headquarters at 713.781.0255 or toll free at 866.781.1808.
How do I start a Chapter?
Initial Requirements for Starting a Chapter:
You must be a breast cancer survivor
E-mail a letter and documents requested below to Chandra M. Brooks Affiliate Relations Manager (cmbrooks@sistersnetworkinc.org).
Your contact information (name, address, phone, email)
Your breast cancer story
Why you would like to start a chapter in your area
Resume and Biography (as it relates to breast cancer)
The name, address, contact number and email for the 5 executive committee members and 1 non-survivor who will serve as your Executive Officers.
Upon receipt of this information you will receive a phone call or email from Sisters Network Inc. National Headquarters informing you of the next steps.
National Associate Memberships are available for non-survivors, supporters, friends, businesses and community organizations.
Click here to download the National Associate Membership form.
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National Headquarters, 2922 Rosedale St., Houston, TX 77004
713.781.0255 866.781.1808 f 713.780.8998
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