National Breast Cancer Nonprofit Spotlights Initiatives to Eliminate Barriers for Patients, Particularly Women of Color

/PRNewswire/ - Tigerlily Foundation, a prominent national breast cancer nonprofit committed to eliminating disparities for young women - especially women of color - today revealed a partnership with Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) aimed at broadening clinical trial participation and dismantling obstacles to involvement.

The effort aligns with Tigerlily's ONE in a MILLION campaign (#ONEinaMILLION), designed to educate and empower one million women about clinical trials. Such research plays a vital role in creating innovative therapies and elevating breast cancer care standards, including opportunities in triple-negative breast cancer (TNBC).

In this partnership, Tigerlily Foundation and Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) are ramping up awareness, knowledge-sharing, and participation in clinical studies, with a strong focus on groups long overlooked in research. These activities deliver straightforward, reliable details on treatment choices, confront typical hurdles to joining trials, and cultivate confidence among patients, clinicians, and researchers.

"Clinical trials need to be introduced right at the outset of treatment, in a manner that truly empowers patients to get involved," stated Maricia Cole, Tigerlily ANGEL Advocate.

Her viewpoint emphasizes the importance of prompt information and communication centered on patients to foster trust and clarify available paths forward.

"We are excited to team up with Bristol Myers Squibb on strategies that widen clinical trial access," said Maimah Karmo, President and CEO of Tigerlily Foundation. "Diversity in clinical research drives stronger outcomes, more impactful therapies, and real progress toward health equity."

This partnership advances education and awareness on clinical trials and does not represent medical advice or an endorsement of any particular treatment or study. Patients should consult their healthcare providers about suitable clinical trial options.

About Tigerlily Foundation

Tigerlily Foundation is a 501(c)(3) national nonprofit dedicated to women's health and oncology. Its mission is to eradicate disparities by empowering young women and their families through education, awareness, advocacy, and practical support before, during, and after a cancer diagnosis.

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