When it comes to breast cancer screening and early detection, the disparity in outcomes between Black and White women can be attributed to systemic racism. Social and economic factors influenced by racism create barriers to healthcare, impacting health outcomes. The experience of racism leads to chronic stress, affecting overall well-being.
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Black women encounter dismissal in the healthcare system due to racism and sexism, leading to delayed diagnoses and reduced access to screenings like mammograms. These disparities in healthcare can have serious consequences in the context of breast cancer, where early detection is crucial.
