Medically reviewed by Renita White, MD BRCA testing helps determine if you have a gene mutation that increases your cancer ...

An affordable new BRCA gene test has hit the market, but who should take it? — -- A new genetic testing kit that hits the market today is the most affordable, and arguably one of the simplest, ...

Insurance covers some genetic tests, such as BRCA tests for breast cancer, if you meet certain requirements. Find Cheap Health Insurance Quotes in Your Area But there are about 70,000 different ...

SEATTLE — The BRCA gene is commonly recognized for its link to breast and ovarian cancer risk among women. Mutations in BRCA1 and BRCA2 have been associated with increased risk for the cancers, but ...

Becca Tomlinson underwent a double mastectomy after finding out she inherited a faulty gene.

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. While we know that Black women are 40% more likely to die from the disease, Black men are at risk as well, as they have a 52% higher risk of ...

IN HER SHOES. BUT SHE’S TAKEN A HORRIBLE SITUATION AND SHE’S SOMEHOW MANAGING TO FIND A WAY TO LIVE THROUGH IT AND DO IT WITH GRACE AND INSPIRING SO MANY PEOPLE. AND WE’RE FOLLOWING THE JOURNEY OF ...

More women are requesting BRCA gene testing associated with certain types of cancer thanks to increased interest in the procedure. Traditionally women tested for mutations in the cancer-susceptibility ...

HealthDay News — Only about one-third of women receive genetic counseling before they undergo testing for BRCA mutations, and patients who receive genetic counseling beforehand display better ...

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — With October being breast cancer awareness month, a Bay area family wants to inform the community about genetic testing for families with cancer histories and to rally support for ...

Gila Pfeffer is a humor writer who splits her time between NYC and London. The following is an adapted excerpt from her memoir, "Nearly Departed: Adventures in Loss, Cancer, and Other Inconveniences." ...