"Empowering Black Women: Inspiring Change in Breast Cancer Survival"

Three women diagnosed with triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC) are being recognized as Hometown Heroes through Merck's Uncovering TNBC program for raising awareness and advocating for at-risk women in their communities. TNBC is an aggressive form of breast cancer that disproportionately affects Black women. Health care disparities, including limited access to screenings and treatment, contribute to higher death rates among Black women. The women emphasize the importance of education, support, and storytelling to empower women and address disparities in breast cancer care.