One of the most famous quotes by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr reads as follows “Of all the forms of inequity, injustice in healthcare is the most inhuman.” He stated these wise words on March 25, 1966, in Chicago at the convention of the Medical Committee for Human Rights according to the National Library of Medicine. As we reflect on the man and ministry of Dr. King this quote is glaringly relevant today! Black women die at a higher rate from breast cancer than our White counterparts and when you factor in the fact, we are diagnosed with more severe forms of breast cancer it’s alarming.
It may be alarming, but we can change the narrative by:
- being aware of what our individual healthy breast looks like
- regularly scheduling mammograms
- perform our BSE- breast self-exam on the same day each month
- maintain a healthy diet
- regular exercise
- meditation
- having positive thoughts
- securing a reliable healthcare team
- accessing your support system
Meditate on the sentiment Dr. King uttered over 56 years ago and do your part first with your own self-care then reach out to loved ones to make sure they remember early detection saves lives!
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