Black Men, You’re At Risk for Breast Cancer Too!

As a Black man, you’ve got a lot on your plate. Whether it’s grinding day and night to put money in the bank, dealing with the kids and fam, or living the life of a single ready-to-mingle, time is always ticking. And the last thing you wanna be worried about is potentially serious health issues.  Especially breast cancer.  You heard that right, breast cancer. Now, you’re probably thinking, breast cancer affects Black men? Isn’t that a female thing? As if I don’t have enough on my mind, now you’re talking about breast cancer?? Here’s the thing though: according to the American Cancer Society and the CDC, breast cancer in men is not as uncommon as you may think. Actually, it’s even more common in Black guys – over 50 percent more likely than it is in white men. But don’t go sweating just yet! Per the CDC, only one percent of diagnosed breast cancers in the U.S. are found in men. Not to mention, there are plenty of abnormal signs you can check for to make sure you’re good to go.  Screening yourself – and going to a doctor when things don’t seem right – can make a world of...