Stacia 'Luv Philosophy' Kelly discusses with her mom, Angela 'Suntoucher' Patterson, the battle with breast cancer. On this episode, Angela walks through her journey of survivorship, what keeps her going, and how family and friends can support love ones going through the same diagnosis and treatment.
The leading causes of death among African Americans are heart disease, cancer, and accidents as stated by the Center for Disease Control at the following link: https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/black-health.htm
The Kaiser Family Foundation provides an infographic that illustrates and discusses the disparities in women's health on the following link:
https://www.kff.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/01/racial-and-ethnic-disparities-in-women-s-health-coverage-and-access-to-care.pdf
The Article That Could Help Save Black Women's Lives
No matter their background, education or income, black women are chronically failed by the American healthcare system. It's time to remedy that.
By Ericka Stallings
Read more: https://www.oprah.com/health_wellness/the-article-that-could-help-save-black-womens-lives#ixzz74z3ozkmj
Tamika Gunn's Breast Cancer Survivorship Journey Part 1 and 2
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=r53WVa4Wyzw&feature=youtu.be
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=n-brOqkPUCQ&feature=youtu.be