Study Puts Focus On Breast Cancer In Latina Women

Medical experts say it’s clear that mammograms can save lives. But every year thousands of women don’t get that life saving breast cancer screening. The rate is even higher among hispanic women. News 92 FM’s Alicia Alaniz has more: 

A new study aims at drawing latina women over 40 to health clinics to be screened for breast cancer.

Semilla Rivera, with the University of Texas School of public health, says there a real need for awareness right here in houston.

If you are latina, over 40 and are interested in participating in the study, call 713-500-9781.

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