Tell Secretary Sebelius to adopt a legislation requiring insurance companies to provide coverage for BRCA gene mutation testing
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Sponsored by: The Breast Cancer Site
A woman who has inherited a harmful mutation in BRCA1 or BRCA2 is about five times more likely to develop breast cancer than a woman who does not have such a mutation. A positive genetic mutation test result can bring relief from uncertainty and allow women to make informed decisions about their future, including taking steps to reduce their cancer risk. Insurance companies should not have the right to decide who gets funded for testing. Take action today - sign the petition below and tell a friend. |
Mutation of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes have been linked to the development of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, about 12% of women in the general population will develop breast cancer sometime during their lives, compared with about 60% of women who have inherited a harmful mutation in BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes. Genetic testing can reveal an inherited BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation.
Although insurance companies often cover genetic testing, coverage is not guaranteed. Take action today - urge Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius to adopt legislation requiring insurance companies to cover genetic counseling and testing for the BRAC1 and BRAC2 mutations upon medical recommendation. Sign the petition below and tell a friend.
Dear Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, I urge you to adopt legislation requiring all insurance companies to provide coverage for BRCA gene testing upon recommendation from a medical professional. Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in women and the second leading cause of cancer death, and unfortunately most of us know at least one mother, sister, or friend who has been touched by this disease. A woman who has inherited a harmful mutation in BRCA1 or BRCA2 is about five times more likely to develop breast cancer than a woman who does not have such a mutation, and families have the right to know about their own genetic risks. Medical experts, not insurance companies, should decide who is eligible for genetic testing. Your support is crucial to make these powerful prevention tools accessible to those who are at risk. |
| Feb 9, 2010 sharon la fee I cannot afford to get this test, though I have been told it would be good for me. |
| Feb 9, 2010 Andrea Roland There should NEVER be any woman denied this opportunity! |
| Feb 9, 2010 Beverly Moennig |
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| Feb 9, 2010 Carole Rayburn What is the average cost of the BRCA testing? |
| Feb 9, 2010 Jessica Briggs |
| Feb 9, 2010 samantha torres |
| Feb 9, 2010 LuAnn Kremer |
| Feb 9, 2010 Nicole Lichte |
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| Feb 9, 2010 tracy elzeni |
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| Feb 9, 2010 (Name not displayed) 8 year survivor this month. Let's think about our daughters and nieces |
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| Feb 9, 2010 (Name not displayed) I had inflammatory breast cancer. Very rare! Please find a cure!!!!!!!! |
| Feb 9, 2010 Sue Muscatella |
| Feb 8, 2010 tammy stetson Please help find a cure, before its to late. |
| Feb 8, 2010 Kristen Mentzer |
| Feb 8, 2010 julie kiwus |
| Feb 8, 2010 Mary Moyer Considering what we pay for health insurance premiums, I think we are intitled to whatever it takes to keep ourselves healthy. |
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| Feb 8, 2010 sherina sanchez |
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| Feb 8, 2010 Amy Simonelli |
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| Feb 8, 2010 Kari Knabe |
| Feb 8, 2010 Bonney Fiorito |
| Feb 8, 2010 Sarah Merchant I was just diagnosed and I am only 28 with aggressive breast cancer. Please help BRCA testing be available to all in need. |
| Feb 8, 2010 Kimberley Thomas |
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| Feb 8, 2010 Cookie Worsham |
| Feb 7, 2010 Chris Durham |
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