October Highlights Urgent Need For Breast Cancer Awareness Among Black Women

October marks Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the urgent need for early detection and support, particularly among Black women who face significant disparities in health outcomes. Despite progress in treatment and awareness, Black women are diagnosed with more aggressive breast cancer at younger ages and have a nearly 40% higher mortality rate compared to their white counterparts. Public Health - Seattle & King County is actively addressing these racial health gaps, focusing on initiatives that promote early detection and provide support to those affected within Black communities. Callista Kennedy, with Public Health — Seattle & King County joins us for today's Rhythm & News Podcast to talk about breast cancer awareness, early detection, and what’s being done to close these racial health gaps. Interview by Chris B. Bennett.