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**FILE** A new study reveals despite advancements in early detection and innovative treatments, Black women in the United States face higher mortality rates from breast cancer compared to white women. (Jacques Benovil/The Washington Informer)
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New Study Reveals Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer Mortality Rates Across All Tumor Subtypes

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Black women in the U.S. have a significantly higher risk of breast cancer mortality across all subtypes, due to factors such as systemic racism, socioeconomic inequality, and inadequate access to high-quality cancer treatment.

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Moderator Anthony Coley dives into the importance of diverse representation in clinical trials with panelist Teshia Harris. (Ja'Mon Jackson/The Washington Informer)
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Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Emphasizes Importance of Diversity in Clinical Trials

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Medicare’s Out-of-Date Policies are Blocking the Progress We Need to Achieve Black Health Equity

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The Fight for Unity Health Care Clinics

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Kalayna Walker, 20, has faced symptoms of alopecia since the age of 3. Walker, in her book, “Bald Truth,” chronicles challenges with alopecia and, despite years of covering her head with wigs, shares how she’s learned to embrace her natural beauty. (Courtesy of Kalayna Walker via Instagram)
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Examining the Arduous Journey of Hair Loss

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Chris Thomas from Million Man Vote, Ambrose Lane Jr. (Health Alliance Network), and Prince Hamm from Making A Difference (M.A.D.) speak to students attending the International Overdose Awareness Day event. (Cleveland Nelson/The Washington Informer)
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D.C. Organizations Reach Local Youth In Hopes to Dismantle Drug Crisis

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Community Health Expo Prepares Ward 8 Residents for Back-to-School Season

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