Christina Kashiwada, diagnosed at 36, reflects on the unexpected nature of stage 3 breast cancer, noting, 'No one's thinking about cancer' at that age.
In 2021, the breast cancer diagnosis rate among Asian American and Pacific Islander women surged 52% since 2000, raising alarming concerns among researchers.
The rising rates of breast cancer among Asian American and Pacific Islander women are particularly notable in those under 50, now surpassing their Black and Hispanic counterparts.
The underlying reasons for the increasing breast cancer rates in Asian American and Pacific Islander women remain elusive, pointing to a need for deeper investigation.
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