As a Black woman, your body tells a story of strength, resilience, and beauty, and your breasts are part of that sacred story. Taking care of them isn’t just medical, it’s spiritual. It’s self-love. It’s legacy.
Breast health means knowing your body, paying attention to changes, and staying consistent with care. It’s about:
- Being breast-aware: Get familiar with how your breasts normally look and feel so you can recognize any changes early.
- Doing monthly self-checks: Set a date each month to gently examine your breasts. Feel for lumps, changes in shape, or new sensations.
- Getting clinical exams: Your doctor should examine your breasts at least once a year during your wellness check-up.
- Scheduling mammograms: If you’re over 40 or have a family history, talk to your doctor about when to start. Early detection saves lives, especially in our community, where late-stage diagnosis is more common.
- Living a breast-healthy lifestyle: Nourish your body with nutritious foods, stay active, reduce stress, and limit alcohol. Whole health supports breast health.
Caring for your breasts is not something to fear; it’s an act of empowerment. It’s how we honor the women who came before us and protect the generations that will follow.
Breast health is self-care. Breast health is survival. Breast health is power.
Melanin & Pink Ribbons 
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