American Jews of eastern and central European descent (Ashkenazi) have a one in forty risk of having a mutation in their BRCA1 or BRCA2 gene that puts them at much higher risk than the general population of developing ovarian cancer, breast cancer (male or female) and prostate cancer.
Both men and women are at risk of developing hereditary cancer and can pass on a BRCA 1 or 2 gene mutation. It’s important to know your family history and to speak with a genetic counselor. With knowledge of your risk, you can make informed decisions to protect you and your family’s health.
Oneinforty supports the community with an ambassador program and social media channels, offers educational symposia with expert oncologists and genetic counselors, physician education and emotional support through a cadre of mental health providers.
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