Sara Altschule reveals how at the age of 29, one at-home genetic test turned her entire life upside down. From her diagnosis with the BRCA-1 gene mutation to her ultimate decision to undergo a voluntary double mastectomy to ultimate recovery, Sara’s journey will resonate with anyone who’s experienced having one thing change everything in an instant. 

We’re also joined by Dr. Marc Hurlbert, Chief Mission Officer of the Breast Cancer Research Foundation who provides his insight on the future of breast cancer screening and what anyone, no matter your status, needs to know about protecting themselves and their family from breast and ovarian cancer. 

To read more about Sara and her journey, be sure to read her series Braving BRCA on Bustle. And if you’d like to follow her on Instagram or reach out, you can find her @miss.sara.

For resources on breast cancer prevention, go to BCRF's website, BCRF.org.

For more information on support and financial assistance for BRCA gene carriers go to FORC's website, facingourrisk.org.