March 14th 2024.
New York City Health and Hospitals has recently introduced a groundbreaking 3-D mammogram machine at their Brooklyn location, aiming to provide top-quality care for women in underserved communities. Dr. Purnima Popli, the medical director of Gotham Health, Cumberland, shared with the New York Amsterdam News that this new technology will greatly benefit their patient population, which primarily consists of Black women.
The 3-D mammogram machine offers a three-dimensional view of the breast, making it easier for doctors to detect any abnormalities or small lesions. This is especially important for Black women, who typically have higher density breast tissue than white women. With this advanced technology, doctors will be able to detect breast cancer earlier, increasing the chances of successful treatment.
According to the American Cancer Society, the five-year survival rate for localized breast cancer is 99 percent, but drops to 31 percent once the cancer has spread to other parts of the body. This highlights the importance of early detection and treatment. Unfortunately, research has shown that Black women have a significantly higher breast cancer death rate compared to white women, with the lowest five-year survival rates among all racial groups.
In an effort to address these disparities, Gotham Health, Cumberland is committed to providing quality care for all of their patients. Dr. Popli emphasized their holistic approach to healthcare, which includes offering on-the-spot mammogram screenings for patients who come in for other services. She firmly believes that healthcare is a necessity and should be accessible to everyone, without any disparities.
If you are a woman living in the New York area, you can schedule an appointment with Gotham Health, Cumberland by visiting their website or calling 692-4692. Don't wait, take charge of your health and schedule your mammogram today. Remember, early detection can save lives.
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