“No Excuse: Inadequate Cervical Cancer Prevention and Care for Black Women in the United States Mississippi Delta” by Human Rights Watch highlights the significant racial disparities in cervical cancer prevention and care for Black women, particularly in the Mississippi Delta region. It points out that Black women in this area face higher rates of cervical cancer mortality due to factors such as lack of access to comprehensive healthcare, poverty, and structural racism. The report calls for improved access to preventive services, including HPV vaccinations and regular screenings, to address these disparities.
See “No Excuse: Inadequate Cervical Cancer Prevention and Care for Black Women in the United States Mississippi Delta” (January 29, 2025)
Full Report: No Excuse: Inadequate Cervical Cancer Prevention and Care for Black Women in the United States Mississippi Delta
