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Movie star Boseman's death begs the question: why are Black Americans more likely than others to die of cancer?

The Black Panther star died at age 43. Image: REUTERS/Mike Blake

David Elliott
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Boseman's fans were unaware of his illness. Image: REUTERS/Mario Anzuoni
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Colorectal cancer by ethnicity. Image: OECD
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