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 2010-2011

 

» more facts


EVENTS CALENDAR

 

 

Sisters Network® Inc. will host, Stop the Silence®the 3nrd National African American Breast Cancer 5K Walk/Run on Saturday, April 14, 2012 in Houston, TX. Discovery Green Conservancy will be the site of the this historic annual event aimed at increasing awareness about breast cancer and replacing fear with hope as participants from across the country walk together to find a cure.      

Stop the Silence® Walk will benefit Sisters Network Breast Cancer Assistance Program(BCAP). BCAP provides assistance to women facing financial challenges after diagnosis. BCAP provides financial assistance for mammograms, co-pay, office visits, prescriptions, medical related lodging and transportation. Funds raised from the Stop the Silence® Walk will continue to assist women throughout the United States.

 

 

 

 

Click to view "First Annual First Ladies Brunch" Video