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A cancer survivor turned health justice activist who helps other people with cancer navigate the confusing medical system

Roshni Rao, MD, is chief of the breast surgery program at New York–Presbyterian/Columbia University Irving Medical Center.

The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute answers your common questions about testing for mutations in BRCA genes associated with cancer.

Genetic counseling from the University of Colorado Cancer Center helps a young woman make the best decisions for her health.

More young women with breast cancer choose mastectomy over breast-conserving surgery but there may be sexual and psychosocial costs.

Faster recovery is a common reason women with breast cancer forgo reconstructive surgery after a mastectomy.

The comedian, who stood up to cancer, isn’t about to let a little global health crisis get her down.

Two-time breast cancer survivor Donna Hopkins lost a lower leg to amputation, but this die-hard athlete just won’t stop moving.

She also encourages folks not to worry about putting on pounds during the coronavirus pandemic.

Doctors specialize in the science of healing, but tattoo artist Eric Catalano specializes in the art of it.

Former Air Force senior master sergeant Sheila McGlown, 53, has metastatic breast cancer. She lives with her husband near St. Louis.

When therapist Clare Reed, of Dublin, was diagnosed with breast cancer, she used her therapeutic skills to change her own life.

Stage III breast cancer survivor Amanda Enayati turned her life around by seeking stories of women who beat the odds.

These resources offer the latest information, guidance and support.

Many cancer survivors who undergo mastectomy can’t afford reconstruction surgery. But help is available.

Both have tested positive for the BRCA2 gene mutation.