Are you at high risk for hereditary cancer? One out of every 40 people of Jewish descent has an inherited BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene mutation.
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Inherited BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations are common in people of Eastern European (Ashkenazi) Jewish descent. One in forty Ashkenazi Jewish people will have a mutation in one or both genes. Mutations in these genes have been linked to an increased risk for breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate and other cancers. 

We've compiled expert-reviewed resources to help you understand your risk for cancer, and take steps to protect your own health and the health of your relatives. Click on each topic below to learn more. If you need additional guidance, please sign up for our Peer Navigation ProgramYou are not alone.

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Genetic Testing
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After Testing, Now What?
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Cancer Risk and Risk Management
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Breast Cancer Risk and Management
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Breast Reconstruction or Going Flat
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Managing Menopause
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Pancreatic and Prostate Risk
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Sharing Information with Your Family
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Support Resources
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Support

We offer a variety of options for support from trained volunteers and community members. Virtual and in-person support meetings, community forums and peer navigators assure that you are not alone.

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Sharing Information with Family

These resources can help you prepare to communicate about your health history or genetic test results with relatives.

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Legal Protections

Learn about the laws that protect you from harm and improve your access to health care.

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COVID-19

We provide resources and information to help keep you and your family safe from COVID-19.

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