The Olympic Games serve as a source of inspiration for many and provide the kind of uplifting entertainment needed during these trying times. The world was looking forward to Tokyo 2020, but COVID-19 brought our anticipation to a halt. Chaunté Lowe...
The Globalization and Health journal published an article in 2019 that assesses early breast cancer screening in sub-Saharan Africa. The research presented by authors Eleanor Black and Robyn Richmond examines mammography, clinical examination, and self-examination to...
Breast cancer results from the uncontrolled growth of cells in the breast. These cells (tumour cells) divide to form lumps that can sometimes be felt on physical examination. In most cases, breast cancer affects women; however, it can also occur in men. There are...
Karen Peterson's story of self-advocacy shared earlier this month, addressed how race-based disparities inhibit equitable medical care for African Americans. With her recurrent breast cancer diagnosis, Peterson’s oncology team suggested she repeat chemotherapy, but...
