Black with blood cancer
Blood cancer uniquely impacts the Black community, with distinct challenges from diagnosis to treatment. Addressing these issues requires awareness and tailored support. Black patients often face health inequalities, including delayed diagnoses and lower standards of care, worsened by mistrust in the healthcare system rooted in historical injustices and ongoing disparities.
In 2020, Clearview reported…
6 out of 10 Black people in the UK (60%) do not believe their health is equally protected by the NHS compared to white people.
Ethnic bias and racial discrimination lower the standards of care Black people receive, and lead to higher mistrust of the healthcare system.
To improve outcomes for Black patients with blood cancer, we must address healthcare disparities, raise awareness, and enhance support systems. Amplifying voices and providing targeted resources are essential steps forward.
How to spot blood cancer symptoms if I am black, by Blood UK.
Recognising blood cancer symptoms in Black individuals can be difficult due to differences in how symptoms present on darker skin tones, leading to potential delays in diagnosis.
Being diagnosed with blood cancer can not only show physical challenges but also emotional. The ACLT are here to offer you support on your blood cancer journey. We help not only support but also advocate for you to find your donor match, see how we can support you – here.
Would you like to be part of a blood cancer peer-to-peer support group that is defined by YOU, as a blood cancer patient?
