Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer among Hispanic women, according to the American Cancer Society, and while rates of breast cancer in Latinas are lower than those of non-Hispanic whites, Latinas are more likely to have breast cancer diagnosed in its later stages.

Though Hispanic women typically have lower rates of breast cancer diagnosis compared to non-Hispanic white women, when it comes to triple-negative breast cancer, the situations are reversed.

By Leslie Jacobson, The Breast Milagro

The power of celebrity is extraordinary in today’s culture.  It’s not uncommon to ascribe “correctness” and “accuracy” to comments made by celebrities on a variety of subjects.  When the subject is health, it is crucial to question and pursue other resources for confirmation.

Find out the risks and benefits of the procedure you are having, inquire about potential alternatives to surgery, and consider getting a second opinion in non-emergency situations. 

By Madeleine Stix, CNN

Dr. Edith A. Perez, MD, Mayo Clinic, Jacksonville, Florida

Deputy Director At Large, Mayo Clinic Cancer Center; Serene M. and Frances C. Durling Professor of Medicine Division of Hematology/Oncology; Group Vice Chair, Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology.