Recent studies reveal alarming racial disparities in breast cancer outcomes, particularly affecting Black women who face higher mortality rates despite similar diagnosis rates compared to white women. A CDC report highlights that Black women are diagnosed with aggressive cancer types at younger ages and encounter barriers to healthcare access, leading to late-stage diagnoses. New research published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology indicates that Black women are 40% more likely to die from breast cancer, even for treatable subtypes, and this disparity persists across all cancer subtypes examined. Additionally, the American Cancer Society has initiated a significant study focusing on the health of Black women to better understand the drivers of cancer incidence and outcomes in this demographic. The ACS report notes an overall decline in breast cancer deaths since 1989 but emphasizes that these improvements have not been equitably distributed, particularly affecting underrepresented communities. Structural factors, including socioeconomic status and healthcare access, are crucial in understanding these disparities and enhancing care for Black women.