#SaludTues Tweetchat 10/1: How to Address Breast Cancer Among Latinas

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Breast cancer is the No. 1 cancer killer of Latinas in the U.S.

Fortunately, Latinas can take steps to reduce their own risk for breast cancer, and community and healthcare leaders can promote prevention, screening, and early detection.

To celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month (October) and Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept. 15-Oct. 15), let’s use #SaludTues on Oct. 1, 2019, to tweet about the latest progress in Latina breast cancer research, the importance of breast cancer screening, and tips for prevention and survivorship!

• WHAT: #SaludTues Tweetchat: How to Address Breast Cancer among Latinas
• DATE/TIME: Noon CST (1 p.m. ET) Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2019
• WHERE: On Twitter with hashtag #SaludTues
• HOST: @SaludAmerica
• CO-HOSTS: National Hispanic Medical Association (@NHMAmd) National WIC Association (@NatWICAssoc)
• SPECIAL GUESTS: Susan G. Komen (@SusanGKomen)

We’ll open the floor to your stories and experiences as we explore:

• How important is the issue of breast cancer for Latinas?
• How do culture, screening habits, and lifestyle impact Latinas?
• What programs, campaigns, and policies are available to help reduce the risk of breast cancer?

Be sure to use the hashtag #SaludTues to follow the conversation on Twitter and share your strategies, stories, and resources to celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month!

#SaludTues is a Latino health equity tweetchat at 12p CST/1p ET every Tuesday hosted by the @SaludAmerica program at the Institute for Health Promotion Research at UT Health San Antonio.