Breast Cancer & Genetics

After discovering she has the CHEK2 genetic mutation, Charlene opted for a prophylactic mastectomy.

People under 40 get breast cancer, too. Learn about the specific hurdles younger women face and how to navigate these obstacles.

Anyone can get breast cancer, it doesn’t matter how old you are or if you think you have family history or not. 

I have always been very good at getting annual mammograms and exams… but what am I supposed to do about a gene mutation?

By Conny Reichardt I wanted to share my story of being a previvor. A previvor is someone who has taken preventative measures to decrease...

Genetics play a significant role in approximately 5-10% of breast cancer cases. Hereditary breast cancer stems from inherited gene mutations

hereditary and sporadic. Understanding the distinctions between these types is crucial as they differ in causes & risk factors.

By Kristen Carter Dear Kristen, I know I should do genetic testing so it can inform my family, especially my daughters, but I’m nervous...

Transcription produced by Nellie Maloney Have you been screened for a genetic predisposition towards breast cancer? I have. My results...

By TJ Hills My breast cancer story began about 15 years ago, at the age of 42. At that time, I was a very busy working mother- a...