• Join Now
  • Locations
Wellness

The Pros and Cons of Knowing Your Breast Cancer Risk Through Genetic Testing

By Alyssa Holder · On October 14, 2016


Mutations, or alterations, in the “cancer-fighting” genes BRCA1 or BRCA2, can dramatically increase a person’s risk of breast cancer. Women with a mutation in BRCA1/2 have a 6-7 times greater risk of developing breast cancer, and men with the mutation have an over 80 times greater risk. For these reasons, it is recommended that certain women with breast cancer be tested for BRCA1/2 mutations, such as if diagnosis was before age 50 or if multiple breast cancers are found in the same family.

However, even though we know that there is 1 in 2 chance of a child inheriting the BRCA mutation from their affected parent, it is not recommended for adolescents to receive genetic testing. Dr. Angela Bradbury, a recipient of the Advanced Clinical Research Award from the Conquer Cancer Foundation (2013-2016) which is supported by BCRF, recently published in the Journal of Clinical Oncology a study “that highlights the need to better understand the potential benefits and harms of extending testing for BRCA1/2 during childhood adolescence.”

To continue reading the full article on The Breast Cancer Research Foundation’s blog, please click HERE.

(Visited 160 time, 1 visit today)
breast cancerbreast cancer awarenessbreast cancer awareness monthBreast Cancer Research Foundationgenetic testing
Share Tweet

Alyssa Holder

Alyssa Holder is the social media and marketing assistant at Lucille Roberts. She balances her life with donuts and burpees.

You Might Also Like

  • Featured

    Simple ways to improve your health in 2018

  • Exercise

    Your Gym Routine is Ruining Your Fitness Progress.

  • Featured

    Holiday Gift Guide 2017

  • Featured

    Simple ways to improve your health in 2018

  • Exercise

    Your Gym Routine is Ruining Your Fitness Progress.

  • Featured

    Holiday Gift Guide 2017

  • Featured

    Here’s how you can feel better about yourself + do good for others.

  • Featured

    Strength in Numbers – POWER OF PINK recap.

Our latest posts

  • Simple ways to improve your health in 2018

    January 3, 2018
  • Your Gym Routine is Ruining Your Fitness Progress.

    December 8, 2017
  • Holiday Gift Guide 2017

    December 7, 2017
  • Here’s how you can feel better about yourself + do good for others.

    November 10, 2017
  • Strength in Numbers – POWER OF PINK recap.

    October 31, 2017

Lifestyle

Beauty

FabFitFun Summer Box is the Definition of Sunshine in a Box + Giveaway!

A brightly colored pink box with smile induced emojis all around it. This is only the beginning of what to expect when you get your hands on the ...

On July 25, 2016 / By Alyssa Holder

Your Go-To Tips For an Amazing Prom Night

3 Home Remedies For Winter Skincare

More Posts

Beauty 911: Don’t Have Time To Remove Makeup Before Your Lunchtime Workout?

On June 2, 2015

Why You Should Be Taking an Epsom Salt Bath

On April 6, 2015

Beauty 911: Apply Too Much Bronzer?

On March 17, 2015

Beauty 911: Try This Alternative To Dry Shampoo!

On March 10, 2015

What To Wear Under Your Workout Gear

On February 19, 2015

Fitness

Exercise

Your Activewear for the Warmer & Brighter Months

Summer is basically here and it is about time to switch out your activewear to match the season. Unless you have no issues with exercising in the sweltering ...

On June 21, 2017 / By Alyssa Holder

Schwinn Shares; How to Switch Up Your Workouts

Schwinn® Shares How to Keep Your Fitness Routine Fresh for Every Season

More Posts

Meet Anaflore; Strong Mother, Gastric Sleeve Surgery Patient & Our Next Winner of Our One Year Personal Training Giveaway!

On April 13, 2017

Benefits of Using the Treadmill and Elliptical Machines

On April 5, 2017

3 Kickboxing Moves to Burn Belly Fat

On March 10, 2017

Buddy Up With These Body Weight Only Workouts – No Equipment Necessary!

On March 7, 2017

Everything You Need to Know About Insanity

On February 1, 2017
  • About Lucille Roberts
  • contact us

© 2018 Town Sports International. All rights reserved.