[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 44 (Wednesday, March 8, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E194]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    SUPPORTING INCREASED FUNDING FOR TRIPLE-NEGATIVE BREAST CANCER 
                               SCREENING

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                            HON. LUCY McBATH

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, March 8, 2023

  Mrs. McBATH. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise in support of increased 
funding for screening and treatment of triple negative breast cancer. 
As both a mother and a two-time breast cancer survivor, this work is 
very personal to me.
  Twice, I learned from my doctor that I had cancer. Twice, I went 
through a rigorous treatment plan. Twice, I've been fortunate enough to 
call myself a survivor. And I thank God because I am one of the lucky 
ones. I had access to great health insurance. I was blessed to have a 
health insurance plan and receive top-notch care. At no point was I 
forced to wonder if I could afford my treatment. I was able to focus on 
the strength of my family, the grace of God, and my battle with cancer.
  However, women with triple-negative breast cancer often face a worse 
prognosis and limited treatment options. This is why we need to 
increase funding for screening and treatment of this disease. We need 
to find better ways to detect it early and to develop new treatments 
that will give women with triple-negative breast cancer a fighting 
chance.
  But funding for research is not enough. We also need to ensure equity 
and access to treatment for all women with breast cancer, regardless of 
their race, ethnicity, or socioeconomic status. Women from marginalized 
communities often face barriers to accessing care, and we must work to 
break down those barriers.
  No woman should have to fight breast cancer alone, and no woman 
should be denied the care she needs because of where she comes from or 
how much money she makes. We must come together as a community to 
ensure that all women have access to the care and treatment they need.
  I urge my fellow lawmakers to join me in supporting increased funding 
for triple-negative breast cancer screening and ensuring equity and 
access to care for all women with breast cancer. Together, we can make 
a difference and save lives.

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