HERStory: Henrietta Lacks
Henrietta Lacks may not be a household name for many, but her legacy has left an indelible mark on the world of medicine and scientific research. Born in 1920, Henrietta […]
CategoriesCancer Understanding Cancer
CategoriesCancer Understanding CancerDr. Nia Imani Bailey’s WHY
Enoree, South Carolina, holds the roots of my family heritage. Within this small town, my great-grandparents, Marie and Jurell, nurtured a large family of 12 children. Among them, my grandmother […]
Trudean Haye’s WHY
I joined the board of Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation because of my profound belief in the transformative power of grassroots community efforts, mirroring my journey as an International […]
Brittany Young’s WHY
When I think of Byrd Cancer, Education and Advocacy Foundation, I think of a family who can empathize, educate and willing to help others during a very scary time in […]
Shogunny McBeth-Alexander’s WHY
I initially go back to the day I was told “it’s cancer” because one of my most frequently asked questions was “how”. And at that moment I had no idea […]
Alvin R. Fields’s, WHY
My interest in the Byrd Cancer Education and Advocacy Foundation and the Board Member At-Large Position To start, my interest starts as I am a prostate cancer survivor and thriver […]
Wellness Programs in the United States specifically focused on the Black community
Here are some wellness programs in the United States specifically focused on the Black community: Black Women’s Health Imperative (BWHI) Location: Washington, D.C. Website: bwhi.org Black Health Matters Location: Nationwide […]
List of local Support Groups and Wellness Programs in the Philadelphia Tri-State Area
Here are some local support groups and wellness programs in the Philadelphia Tri-State Area: Support Groups: The Cancer Support Community of Greater Philadelphia Location: Philadelphia, PA Website: cancersupportphiladelphia.org Living Beyond […]
Understanding Mental Health Disparities: Bridging the Gap
Mental health disparities refer to the inequitable distribution of mental health resources, access to care, and outcomes among different population groups. This phenomenon represents a significant challenge in healthcare, as […]
Mental Health and Cancer
The relationship between mental health and cancer is a topic of profound significance. As medical science advances, it is increasingly clear that emotional and psychological well-being play a critical role […]
