4/24/23

About BRCA Genes & Mutations

Talking openly about health history with your family is important. Documenting that information, especially if there is a family history of cancer, can be life-saving.  There have been more than 50 hereditary cancer syndromes discovered so far. Many of the cancers associated with these syndromes can be prevented.  Being aware of a family history of cancer can provide important information that you and your physician can use to determine if you’re a candidate for genetic testing, more frequent screenings, and/or other preventive measures.  Download a free Family Health/Cancer History Pedigree PDF. There’s no advertising or donations associated with this, it’s just a simple tool I created to help you learn about your family’s health history.

Talking openly about health history with your family is important. Documenting that information, especially if there is a family history of cancer, can be life-saving.

There have been more than 50 hereditary cancer syndromes discovered so far. Many of the cancers associated with these syndromes can be prevented.

Being aware of a family history of cancer can provide important information that you and your physician can use to determine if you’re a candidate for genetic testing, more frequent screenings, and/or other preventive measures.

Download a free Family Health/Cancer History Pedigree PDF. There’s no advertising or donations associated with this, it’s just a simple tool I created to help you learn about your family’s health history.