The Genetics of Breast Cancer: Should You Be Tested?
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The Genetics of Breast Cancer: Should You Be Tested?
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Most Recently Shared on October 16, 2010 at 8:07 pm By:
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Should Parents Disclose A Genetic Predisposition To Breast Cancer To Their Children?
medicalnewstoday.com — “When a mother undergoes genetic testing to determine whether she carries a gene for hereditary breast cancer, the parents must then decide whether and how to share this risk information with their” View full resource at medicalnewstoday.com
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Should Parents Disclose A Genetic Predisposition To Breast Cancer To Their Children? http://t.co/oDVbHEn8 #pediatrics
Podcast : Cancer Research UK
info.cancerresearchuk.org — “This month, a landmark cancer study sheds light on tumour genes; more breast cancer patients should have genetic tests; worrying numbers of kids taking up smoking; model agencies sign up to no-sunbed policy; drug combo destroys pancreatic cancer; and ignorance and fear are behind thousands of avoidable cancer deaths.” View full resource at info.cancerresearchuk.org
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157,000 children start smoking each year. Find out how we’re trying to stop them in this month’s podcast http://t.co/MAJzWQUZ #packetracket
CureToday.com: Blogs - Kathy LaTour - Passing on breast cancer
curetoday.com — “CureToday.com: Blogs - Kathy LaTour - Passing on breast cancer” View full resource at curetoday.com
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"Passing on breast cancer" - With a family history of breast cancer, but no BRCA mutation - what's a mother to do? http://t.co/HlmsHlCn
Breast cancer sufferers should be tested for genetic fault, study urges | Mail Online
dailymail.co.uk — “Women with mutations in the BRCA1 gene have a much higher chance of developing breast cancer but also a higher risk of ovarian cancer.” View full resource at dailymail.co.uk
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Susan G. Komen for the Cure | Understanding Breast Cancer | Breast Self-Awareness
ww5.komen.org — “ Breast Self Awareness Except for skin cancers, breast cancer is the most common cancer in women, but it can be successfully treated. Screening tests can find cancer early, when it’s most treatable.” View full resource at ww5.komen.org
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Talk to your doctor if you notice breast changes. Find out what you should be looking for: http://t.co/yoLZ4poo
if your parent had breast cancer what are my chances of getting cancer?
healthtap.com — “The age that your parent developed breast cancer as well as the number of their relatives with cancer is important. In general, a younger age at diagnosis makes it more likely that you might develop breast cancer. In addition, if your mother and especially your father had breast cancer and tested positive for a BRCA gene mutation, you have a 50% risk of having that mutation, and should be tested.” View full resource at healthtap.com
Most Recently Shared on January 16, 2012 at 2:57 am By:
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#HealthTap: if your parent had breast cancer what are my chances of getting cancer? Answer http://t.co/CvVpxPn4
Should you consider genetic testing?
kevinmd.com — “One of the benefits of knowing if you have a genetic mutation is that you can work with your doctor to monitor and address your cancer risks.” View full resource at kevinmd.com
Most Recently Shared on December 12, 2011 at 8:15 pm By:
Michael Fisch Physician, Doctor, Internist, Pain Medicine Physician, and Oncologist
Cancer runs in your family? Should you consider genetic testing? Dr. Karen Lu makes it easier to sort out, http://t.co/L88tQiLZ #hpm #bcsm
BRAC Analysis | BRCA Gene Testing - Just Ask!
bracnow.com — “BRACAnalysis is a test for Hereditary Breast and Ovarian Cancer (HBOC) syndrome. Knowing your risk can help you Be Ready Against Hereditary Cancer!” View full resource at bracnow.com
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If I have a family history of breast cancer, how should I be screened? - Sharecare
sharecare.com — “If I have a family history of breast cancer, how should I be screened? Genetic counseling and possible genetic testing would be the first place to start. Learn more from our experts about breast cancer.” View full resource at sharecare.com
Most Recently Shared on October 31, 2011 at 6:00 pm By:
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If you have a family history of #breast #cancer... how should you be screened? http://t.co/2jUexR9V #sharecare
Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer - YouTube
youtube.com — “Shawna Freeman, ARNP, of The Iowa Clinic OB/GYN Department, explains BRCA testing. Learn if you or a family member may be a candidate.” View full resource at youtube.com
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Shawna Freeman, ARNP, explains BRCA testing. Learn if you or a family member may be a candidate. http://t.co/e3xym1SM
Many average-risk women receive genetic testing for hereditary breast, ovarian cancers
news-medical.net — “Too many average-risk women and too few high-risk women receive genetic counseling and testing for hereditary breast and ovarian cancers, research shows. Experts at The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center share advice to help patients and their doctors better evaluate family history and make more sound decisions about who should be tested.” View full resource at news-medical.net
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Who Needs Genetic Testing for Cancer? - MD Anderson Cancer Center
mdanderson.org — “Cancer in the family? Before considering genetic testing, find out if you really need it. Learn the facts.” View full resource at mdanderson.org
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RT @disparityreport: Between 5-10% of #cancers are due to #genetics. Should YOU should get tested? http://t.co/KOL6uiLx
Genetic testing for breast and ovarian cancer
news-medical.net — “Experts from Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA) provide some clues as to who should be using these tests. They explain that women who have been diagnosed with cancer and/or people who have a strong family history of cancer can consider genetic testing. Red flags to consider are anyone in the family who developed cancer at a young age, multiple family members who developed cancer, if a person experienced bilateral cancer (cancer in both breasts), breast and ovarian cancer in the same woma” View full resource at news-medical.net
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Breast Cancer Prevention: An Overview | HealthGuru
conditions.healthguru.com — “Breast cancer is unpredictable, but you can lower your risk dramatically by changing your lifestyle. Watch this video to learn just what to do.” View full resource at conditions.healthguru.com
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Breast cancer risks are everywhere-- while there are no foolproof methods, you can prevent breast cancer in a few ways. http://ow.ly/6ALZL
Can a 17-year-old men get breast cancer?
healthtap.com — “Of all breast cancers, 1% are diagnosed in men. Of that 1% most occur in men aged between 60 and 70 years old. So although it is not impossible for a teenage male to get breast cancer, it is very very rare. If it does occur, the patient should be tested for genetic mutation as family history may be a significant risk factor for the disease..” View full resource at healthtap.com
Most Recently Shared on September 3, 2011 at 12:58 am By:
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#HealthTap: Can a 17-year-old men get breast cancer? Answer http://t.co/Ndt4Hdx
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