My name is Emily and I am a “previvor,” or pre-survivor.  I haven’t developed cancer, but am at an increased risk for the disease because of a genetic mutation that makes cancer much more likely to occur. Read more …

Hello!  I would love to be able to share my story.  I am 24 years old and the mom of a 6 year old little girl.  I found out that I was BRCA1+ when I was 23.  September 15, 2009, I had a preventative mastectomy. Read more …

Hi, My name is Oliviya and I am 28 years old and BRCA1+.  My mom was diagnosed with Breast Cancer 5 years ago and unfortunately it has metastasized into her bones. Right after my mom found out about her BC my aunt, her sister, was also diagnosed. My aunt unfortunately lost her battle 2 years ago. After finding out my mom was BRCA + I was skeptical about getting the test done. Read more …