The Importance of Early Detection for Breast Cancer in Black and Hispanic Women
Black and Hispanic Women are often further along in their disease when they’re first diagnosed with breast cancer.
Black and Hispanic women are usually at later stages of breast cancer when they’re first diagnosed. That’s why it’s important for Black and Hispanic women to get regular mammograms.
In this video, learn how to access free or low-cost mammograms, and when to start getting mammograms, according to Monique Gary, DO, FACS, a Breast Surgical Oncologist in Greater Philadelphia.
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