Damita Miller-Shanklin, Editor in Chief

Our health is important. There are reasons why people  let things go. They can be caring for their elderly parents, a family, working, and no or limited health coverage. Another issue we have as a Black community is not trusting the medical field or procrastination. 

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month. I have not experienced Breast Cancer, but I know friends and family that have been diagnosed and survived. It has been said Breast Cancer has touched everyone in some way. 

This issue will share stories about Breast Cancer and stories of survival. I had the opportunity to speak with a survivor of breast Cancer who is the President, CEO, and Co-founder of the African American Breast Cancer Alliance in Minneapolis, Minnesota. There will also be stories from the Contributing Writers and Mary’s Tips and Ideas.

We hope you find this issue full of information you can use and pass along.

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