MBC & Latinx Issues
In today's episode, we wanted to shed light on key issues impacting the healthcare of the Latinx community living with MBC here in the United States. Our cohost, Natalia Green, speaks with her sister, Carla, about their experiences as patients, caregivers, and members of the Latinx community. We also hear from Dr. Mabel Mardones, a breast oncologist based in Colorado, and Sara Carbajal-Salisbury, the executive director of Alliance Community Services, which has the mission of helping minority communities by making services and education accessible to them.
MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE
Why Many Latinos Dread Going to the Doctor - The Atlantic
Alliance Community Services - Follow on X and Instagram
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION and RESOURCES
Cancer Facts & Figures for Hispanics and Latinos - The American Cancer Society
Tower Cancer Research Foundation (formerly the The Love Research Army, previously known as the Army of Women)
Latina Share - A part of SHARE Cancer Support - a national nonprofit that supports, educates, and empowers women affected by breast, ovarian, uterine or metastatic breast cancer, with a special focus on medically underserved communities. Our mission is to connect these women with the unique support of survivors and peers, creating a community where no one has to face breast, ovarian, uterine or metastatic breast cancer alone.
Meet the Guests of this Episode
What to Expect After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis
Board Member Huntsman Cancer Institute (HCI) Community Advisory Board
Helping Utah’s Hispanic Community Access Cancer Resources
No one should face MBC alone.
Whether you have a diagnosis yourself, or you're a friend, family member or caregiver of someone with a diagnosis, we're here to lend support, give information, share experiences, and to lift you up every time you need it. Research has proven that having the support we need during our most challenging times is paramount to honing coping skills and striving for wellness. Our supportive network is made of people just like you, who DO know what it's like, who HAVE been there, who CAN help.
