Tuesday, August 19, 2014

BRCA & HEREDITARY CANCER PINTEREST BOARD

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Friday, July 25, 2014

The Documentary: Pink and Blue | I Have Lynch Syndrome

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Live Webchat: The Truth About BRCA Testing and Genetic Risk

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Women with BRCA mutation have better survival rates after double mastectomy Printz 2014 Cancer Wiley Online Library

Monday, June 16, 2014

Attention: TODAY SHOW!

'Truly selfless' dad who supported wife, two daughters with breast cancer gets a Father's Day surprise http://t.co/4Pe26NLYry
— TODAY Parents (@TODAY_Parents) June 15, 2014

Attention: TODAY SHOW!

HEREDITARY CANCER SIGNS

@TODAY_Parents

@TODAYshow

Regarding: Father's Day ARTICLE

'Truly selfless' dad who supported wife, two daughters with breast cancer gets a Father's Day surprise

Today show:

This is a very nice story.

However, with a story of three breast cancers in same family you MUST address genetics. Omitting life saving information for your viewers is not capitalizing upon any actual breast cancer awareness; it's not the complete story or thorough journalism. In future cancer stories, please reach out to experts and advocates for help with interview questions. We are here and we want you to utilize us. We want you to win Emmys!

National Society of Genetic Counselors: www.nsgc.org

HEREDITARY CANCER SIGNS

Best Regards,

Amy Byer Shainman - @BRCAresponder - The BRCA Responder - BRCA Health Advocate - BRCA1 positive previvor - @BRCAresponder WEEKLY

Monday, April 28, 2014

PINK & BLUE - documentary

PINK AND BLUE director Alan Blassberg

was on the Hallmark Channel's Emmy winning show

HOME & FAMILY-Tuesday, April 29, 2014.

Alan discussed this important documentary.

TUES! Alan M. Blassberg shares his story of testing for the BRCA gene & Dr. Ora Gordon has latest on genetic studies pic.twitter.com/5PTxwI3mLv
— Home & Family (@HomeandFamilyTV) April 29, 2014

Help join the fight against breast cancer in men! Alan Blassberg shares how you can help! WATCH: http://t.co/tYVIqfDNHY
— Home & Family (@HomeandFamilyTV) April 30, 2014

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

APRIL 22, 2014 FREE LECTURE 6pm-7pm FOR ANYONE CONCERNED ABOUT HEREDITARY CANCER- requires RSVP

Upcoming Lecture (4/22): 'Women Talk: Are You At Risk For #BreastCancer Or #OvarianCancer? http://t.co/Z3xiZORYNN pic.twitter.com/abMhAtQW5H
— Jupiter Medical Ctr. (@JupiterMedNews) April 15, 2014

BOOK REVIEW

Dangerous Boobies: Breaking Up with My Time-Bomb Breasts by Caitlin Brodnick
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

I've never met comedian and author Caitlin Brodnick but I have heard her voice on her Screw You Cancer series: https://video.glamour.com/series/scre... Full disclosure: I also interviewed Caitlin via twitter for a blog post on this book: http://thebrcaresponder.blogspot.com/...

My favorite thing about "Dangerous Boobies" is its authentic voice; as I read it was as if Caitlin was reading it to me, in her sweet chirpy voice she writes like she talks raw, honest, fast, confident, sometimes insecure, often anxious, heartily reflective and mostly, "udderly" hysterical. Yup, that was me attempting channel my inner Caitlin.

As an advocate for those with BRCA and other hereditary cancer syndromes, I was excited to read Brodnick's book. I absolutely applaud anyone who is willing to be so open with their experience and Brodnick not only did this with her Screw You Cancer Series but with her book too. All was seemingly rosy as she was recovering in the last of her Screw You Cancer episodes, answering viewer questions. However, we learn in the book that all was not easy. Caitlin sheds light on tougher times post surgery, including struggling with serious depression.

I appreciate the places in the book where Brodnick gets statistics and information straight from the experts. Regarding genetic testing, I am thankful she says to see a genetic counselor and find out the facts. (I'm adding here that you can find a certified genetic counselor by phone or in person at: http://nsgc.org)

If you want to get a quick taste of Caitlin's humor and tone, just take a look at her chapter titles. My favorite one..."CANCER IS AN EMOTIONLESS BITCH WHO WILL RUIN YOUR BRUNCH PLANS"! Another chapter, TITTY TITTY BANG BANG: THE SEX PART, where she discusses having sex with her husband for the first time after surgery. The first sentence of that chapter is "Author's note: Dad and Grandpa, please skip to page 145." So perfect.

And, I cannot end this review without mentioning some stunning similarities I learned Caitlin and I have:

1. We both have the BRCA 1 5385insC mutation
2. We both have neurocardiogenic syncope
3. We both lost a close female relative at 33 years old
4. We both have Jewish fathers named Al
5. We both have moms that are hot shiksas
6. We both love writing, I'm writing my book now
7. We both have fair skin and reddish hair
8. We both have one leg shorter than the other

Very happy I ready this.
Very funny. Very real.
Very happy this is a resource I can recommend to others!
XO Amy @BRCAresponder

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BOOK REVIEW

Understanding BRCA: Living with the Breast Cancer Gene by Clarissa Foster
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

FINALLY finished reading this Clarissa! As an advocate providing education, advocacy, and support surrounding BRCA and other hereditary cancer syndromes, I truly appreciate the time and effort that it took you to complete this amazing book/BRCA resource. Women and men in the UK will absolutely benefit from the all of the guidelines specific to the UK. Others will benefit from the information regarding BRCA mutations. I will be recommending this. Unbelievable glossary, appendix, resources, and index.

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Cancer Was Not a Gift & It Didn't Make Me a Better Person: A memoir about cancer as I know it by Nancy Stordahl
My rating: 5 of 5 stars

Raw, Honest, Authentic - MUST READ!
As a patient advocate for those with BRCA and other hereditary cancer syndromes, I personally appreciate Nancy's candor and complete transparency. Her writing is stellar; the book is captivating and on point. People who have a family history of cancer, BRCA gene mutation, or metastatic cancer diagnosis will absolutely appreciate the author's authenticity in this fantastic memoir. Must Read!

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A Cancer in the Family: Take Control of Your Genetic Inheritance by Theodora Ross
My rating: 4 of 5 stars

As a BRCA/Hereditary Cancer Advocate I was excited to read Dr. Ross' book. While I thoroughly enjoyed it, part handbook, part memoir, it's definitely worth the purchase just for the index! Pages 201-266 list inherited cancer syndromes by name and associated gene. Lifetime cancer risks associated with each syndrome are also spelled out in addition to current risk management guidelines for both women and men.

Those interested in health and science would enjoy this book.
Medical students and ALL DOCTORS in ALL SPECIALTIES would benefit from reading this book.
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Tuesday, August 19, 2014

BRCA & HEREDITARY CANCER PINTEREST BOARD

Friday, July 25, 2014

The Documentary: Pink and Blue | I Have Lynch Syndrome

Wednesday, July 16, 2014

Live Webchat: The Truth About BRCA Testing and Genetic Risk

Sunday, July 6, 2014

Women with BRCA mutation have better survival rates after double mastectomy Printz 2014 Cancer Wiley Online Library

Monday, June 16, 2014

Attention: TODAY SHOW!

Attention: TODAY SHOW!

HEREDITARY CANCER SIGNS

'Truly selfless' dad who supported wife, two daughters with breast cancer gets a Father's Day surprise

Monday, April 28, 2014

PINK & BLUE - documentary

Tuesday, April 15, 2014

APRIL 22, 2014 FREE LECTURE 6pm-7pm FOR ANYONE CONCERNED ABOUT HEREDITARY CANCER- requires RSVP

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