Should I get tested for the breast cancer gene?

Article Abstract:

A woman whose mother died of breast cancer considers getting tested for a genetic mutation, BRCA1, which appears at least 45% of all hereditary breast cancer cases. She decides against the expensive test because she knows she is already living a healthy lifestyle and a positive result would just cause anxiety.

Analysis, Testing, Breast cancer, Genetic screening, Genetic testing

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My two breast friends

Article Abstract:

A 1998 body-confidence survey by Glamour magazine uncovered the reasons why women consider their breasts to be important for their self-confidence. Findings revealed that women were contented and cherished their breasts no matter how small or big they are.

Surveys, Breast

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