According to the American Cancer Society, cancer deaths are declining – but at the same time, more women are being diagnosed with the disease, and at younger ages.
Health Disparities
For Black Women, a New Resource for Avoiding Toxic Chemicals in Cosmetics
The Non-Toxic Black-Owned Beauty Project features safer hair and skin products for Black women, who face higher rates of breast cancer.
Fumes From a Meat Rendering Plant Spurred These Mother-Daughter Activists to Action
Dr. Venise Curry and her mother, Mary Curry, took on a battle with Darling Meat in Fresno, alleging pollution has led to asthma.
Female Healthcare Workers Who Saw Worst of Pandemic Are Leading the Way Out with Vaccines
Women are on a new front line: researching, coordinating and administering Covid-19 vaccines.
Why We Need Women in STEM
Female scientists are starting to get more attention – and that’s good for society as a whole.