What African-Americans and other minorities need to know about their risks for cancer February 20, 2021 The good news on cancer? According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), cancer incidence and mortality overall are declining in all population groups in the U.S.—due in large part to impressive advances in diagnosis and treatment as well as increased public awareness of the need for regular screenings. The bad news? Minority populations – Blacks and African-Americans, in particular – are still more likely to develop cancer and die from the disease.Read the full article here. Source: Peter B. Laird - Baptist Health South Florida About Prostate Cancer Health Equity Prostate Cancer News Risk Factors More for you
The good news on cancer? According to the National Cancer Institute (NCI), cancer incidence and mortality overall are declining in all population groups in the U.S.—due in large part to impressive advances in diagnosis and treatment as well as increased public awareness of the need for regular screenings. The bad news? Minority populations – Blacks and African-Americans, in particular – are still more likely to develop cancer and die from the disease.Read the full article here. Source: Peter B. Laird - Baptist Health South Florida
