The American Cancer Society has launched the VOICES of Black Women study to investigate the disparities in cancer survival rates among Black women, aiming to enroll over 100,000 Black women aged 25 to 55 and track them for 30 years.
Henrietta Lacks
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What are HeLa cells? A cancer biologist explains
The aggressive cervical cancer tumor that killed Henrietta Lacks, a 31-year-old African American mother, became an essential tool that helped the biomedical field flourish.
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Henrietta Lacks’ family settles lawsuit with biotech company, paving the way for more claims
The settlement sets a precedent, potentially leading to complaints seeking compensation and control of Lacks’ cells.
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Henrietta Lacks nominated for Congressional Gold Medal for contributions to modern medicine
‘We can work to ensure that Americans know her story and the critical impact her life-saving cells have had on global health.’