2 Oct 2024
Sunday marked the beginning of National Hereditary Breast & Ovarian Cancer Week. Here's what you should know:
🧬 Breast and ovarian cancers share key genetic links, mainly variants in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, which can increase cancer risk up to 70% for breast cancer and 44% for ovarian cancer.
🔎 While both cancers can be hereditary, their symptoms and detection methods differ. Breast cancer is often detected early through mammograms, which are X-ray examinations of the breasts, while ovarian cancer usually causes symptoms like bloating and pelvic pain.
👨‍⚕️ Because the symptoms of ovarian cancer can be subtle, the disease often goes undiagnosed for longer, making it more dangerous. Regular exams are key – for women and men!
#HBOCWeek #GeneticAwareness #CancerPrevention ❤️
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Great day honoring #ovariancancerawarenessmonth and #HBOCweek with our friends at @BCMCancerCenter. Thank you for the invitation! We loved taking everyone to the "B.E.A.C.H."! THIS is how #WeOvarcome! 🩵
@bcmhouston @FacingOurRisk
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🙏 @mkoirala for giving your strong voice and your global platform to #OvarianCancerAwareness 🙏 . 100% diagnosed should get genetic testing. Family members should be empowered with knowledge on genetic testing. Let's #OvarcomeTheGAP.
#OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth #HBOCWeek
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Not just BRCA - so important to learn about the several other genes that may increase the risk of #OvarianCancer. Can you Talk About it? Please SHARE to make aware - let's come together to #OvarcomeTheGAP!
#OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth #HBOCWeek
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24 Sep 2024
If #BreastCancer or other cancers run in your family, so could a BRCA gene change. Genetic counseling can help you understand your risk.
This #HBOCWeek share your family #cancer history with your doctor and ask if genetic counseling is right for you. bit.ly/3TylaqN
ALT An informational graphic from CDC's 'Bring Your Brave' campaign, stating: 'FACT: A change in your BRCA gene can raise your risk of breast and ovarian cancer.' The image includes icons of a family tree and a checklist.
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23 Sep 2024
Putting your health first never goes out of style. Learn your full family history of #cancer – on both sides – so you and your doctor can make a plan to manage your #BreastCancer risk. bit.ly/3MUvm95
#HBOCWeek #BreastCancerAwareness #GynecologicCancerAwarenessMonth
ALT Graphic titled 'What's In For Fall' presented by 'Bring Your Brave' and 'Inside Knowledge' campaigns from CDC. It contrasts 'In' with "Talking to your doctor about your family history of cancer," against 'Out' with "Avoiding uncomfortable conversations."
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20 Oct 2023
If #BreastCancer or other cancers run in your family, it could mean a BRCA gene change does too. Genetic counseling can help you better understand your risk. Share your family cancer history with your doctor and ask if it’s right for you. #HBOCWeek bit.ly/BYB_GeneticCounseling #BCAM
ALT Graphic with text: “FACT: A change in your BRCA gene can raise your risk of breast and ovarian cancer.”
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29 Sep 2023
Do you know if you’re at higher risk for #BreastCancer and #OvarianCancer? Knowing can help you take control of your health and make a plan to manage your risk. #HBOCWeek bit.ly/BYB_HereditaryBC
ALT A photo of a woman reading with text “I believe knowledge is power. -Cassie”
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It’s #HBOCWeek, and we’re sharing information about risk factors for hereditary #breastcancer and #ovariancancer. Watch our video to learn more about which situations may put you or your loved ones at risk of developing HBOC, and when to consider genetic testing.
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27 Sep 2023
If #BreastCancer or other cancers run in your family, it could mean a BRCA gene change does too. Genetic counseling can help you better understand your risk. Share your family cancer history with your doctor and ask if it’s right for you. #HBOCWeek bit.ly/BYB_GeneticCounseling
ALT Graphic with text: “FACT: A change in your BRCA gene can raise your risk of breast and ovarian cancer.”
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27 Sep 2023
Do you know if you’re at higher risk for #BreastCancer and #OvarianCancer? Knowing can help you take control of your health and make a plan to manage your risk. #HBOCWeek bit.ly/BYB_HereditaryBC
ALT A photo of a woman reading with text “I believe knowledge is power. -Cassie”
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Ovarcoming recurrence for the 6th time, Genetic Testing Advocate Debbie shares her inspiration to #TeachTheBEACH🙏🏼.
Share the B.E.A.C.H.!
B=Bloating
E=Early Satiety
A=Abdominal &/or Pelvic Pain
C=Changes in Bowel/Bladder Habits
H=Heightened Fatigue
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26 Sep 2023
#BreastCancer can run in families. It's not easy to be the first to ask about your family history of cancer, but it can help you understand and make a plan to manage your risk. #HBOCWeek
bit.ly/BYB_FamilyHistory
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Greatest opportunity to prevent cancer is when relatives test, and if positive, can undergo preventive strategies. Can you Talk About it this hereditary breast & #ovariancancer week? Let's #OvarcomeTheGAP!
#OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth #HBOCWeek
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DYK having a BRCA gene change puts you at higher risk for #BreastCancer and #OvarianCancer? If someone in your family has shared that they have a gene change, you may have one too.
Find out if you’re at higher risk: bit.ly/BYB_HigherRisk
#HBOCWeek
ALT Close up of woman looking at camera with serious expression. Text: About 10% of ovarian cancers come from changes in BRCA genes that are passed on in families.
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100% diagnosed with ovarian cancer should get genetic testing. We are at less than 35%. Can you Talk About it and share? This is #HBOCWeek. Let's work together to #OvarcomeTheGAP! 🙏
#OvarianCancerAwarenessMonth
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21 Sep 2023
We're hosting a virtual IG Live conversation for #HBOCweek. Join Basser YLC members Ashley Dedmon, MPH, CHES and Erika Stallings, Esq. to hear about their experiences with family planning as #BRCA mutation carriers, deciding to undergo preventative surgery, and more. @PennCancer
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26 Oct 2022
After testing positive for a BRCA gene mutation, Cassie decided to have preventive surgeries to lower her risk for breast and ovarian #cancer. This choice has helped her live her happiest and healthiest life. Read her story. bit.ly/BYB_MeetCassie
#HBOCWeek #NationalPrevivorDay
ALT Mid-40's woman sitting on her couch, reading. "I believe knowledge is power." - Cassie
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2 Oct 2022
After Charity was diagnosed with breast cancer, she learned she had a BRCA gene mutation, putting her at higher risk for ovarian cancer too. Read more of Charity’s story here: bit.ly/BYB_MeetCharity #HBOCWeek
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28 Sep 2022
If you know you have a hereditary risk of cancer, there are things you can do to lower your risk. Learn about the steps Jackie took to lower her risk of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer: bit.ly/BYB_MeetJackie #HBOCWeek
ALT Mother and pre-teenaged daughter smiling while sitting on a sofa; says “I didn’t want cancer to affect me like it did my loved ones. – Jackie”
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