African American women

One of the oldest and most highly respected social organizations of African American women in the United States, The Girl Friends®, Inc., will celebrate its 90th annual conclave in Boston today through Sunday at the Hilton Boston Park Plaza.

Unlike many other types of cancers, uterine cancer is on the rise. The incidence and death rates are highest in African American women. When found early, the 5-year survival rate is 95 percent.