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Family Discussion Plays Role in Breast Cancer Awareness


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"We also found that those who felt more vulnerable because they perceived a greater risk of developing breast cancer had less positive attitudes about genetic testing," she added.

The study was to be presented this week at a meeting of the American Society for Preventive Oncology in Bethesda, Md.

In the next phase of this research, Graves will study whether providing educational materials to women improves their willingness to take part in genetic counseling and testing for breast cancer.

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The American Association for Clinical Chemistry has more about BRCA1 and BRCA2 tests.

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SOURCE: Georgetown University Medical Center, news release, March 18, 2008


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