THE FACTS
1 IN 8 WOMEN
will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime.
WORKING SINGLE
MOTHERS
are more likely to miss a medical appointment because of financial burdens.
BREAST CANCER COSTS
Can range from $800 - $1000 per month, on top of medical treatment.
The Challenge
Certain populations face powerful systemic barriers that threaten their ability to secure the best possible care. MTAC focuses on supporting these groups first.
BIPOC
The 5-year relative survival rate is 83% for black women and 92% for white women.
LOW INCOME
Women who live in low poverty areas, whether urban or rural, have a 5-year survival rate of 74%.
LOW EDUCATION
Women with lower levels of education are nearly 2x more likely to succumb to breast cancer once diagnosed.
How We Can Help
More Than A Cure is working to create a world where women who are fighting breast cancer & their families are:
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EMPOWERED
STRENGTHENED BY COMMUNITY
FREE OF FINANCIAL STRESS
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