Prostate cancer in Black men – the disparity that demands far more attention than it receives
Prostate cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among men in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer death in men after lung cancer. Within that already significant statistical landscape, Black men carry a disproportionate burden that represents one of the most pronounced racial disparities in American cancer epidemiology. Black men are […]
Addressing uterine and endometrial cancer disparities in Black women
Recent data highlights a concerning trend: uterine and endometrial cancers are often detected at advanced stages within the Black community, leading to more challenging health outcomes. In 2022, endometrial cancer ranked as the fourth most common cancer among Black women in the United States, with incidence rates rising annually by 1% to 2%. Disparities in […]