Incarcerated Woman's Terminal Cancer Diagnosis Delayed by Mississippi Prison

Susie Balfour's lawsuit alleges that the prison's healthcare providers' negligence led to her terminal stage 4 breast cancer diagnosis after her release.

Susie Balfour, incarcerated for over 30 years, was diagnosed with terminal stage 4 breast cancer shortly after her release from a Mississippi prison.
Balfour's lawsuit accuses prison healthcare providers of delaying critical diagnostic tests and treatments, contributing to the progression of her cancer.
The lawsuit targets several healthcare providers contracted by the Mississippi Department of Corrections, alleging profit-driven policies that compromised inmate care.
Balfour's case highlights systemic issues in prison healthcare, including delayed or denied access to necessary medical evaluations and treatments.
Advocates and Balfour herself aim to hold the responsible parties accountable and prevent similar neglect of incarcerated individuals' health needs.