Surviving racism & cancer

Breast/ChestBIPOC
Written By Amanda Bolderston

Ericka Hart (she/they) was diagnosed with bilateral breast cancer in May 2014 at the age of 28, she quickly realized that neither her identity as a queer black femme, nor her sex life as a survivor, was featured prominently in her treatment.

They are an activist who share their experiences as a queer Black cancer survivor on their website and in the media to educate and raise awareness of the ways that the typical breast cancer narrative erases Black women.

You can hear her story in this PBS special (from PBS Digital Studios First Person, hosted by Aaryn Lang). Also visit her website to see more media, webinars and her podcast.

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