Breast cancer Is an incredibly difficult disease that many woman have to deal with at one point in their life. It is unfortunate and, a lot of times, many women don’t make it out alive. But there are preventative measures that can be taken. One woman decided that taking the plunge on these preventative measures is well worth it instead of taking a risk by going through breast cancer.
This is Claira Hermet.
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BBC presenter Claira Hermet was faced with a difficult decision. After her mother and sister both died from breast cancer, she was tested for the BRCA 1 gene. This gene is a genetic mutation that increases the likelihood of breast cancer in women by 85%.
The tests confirmed that she carried it.
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Claira elected to bravely undergo the knife and have her breasts removed as a precaution. She decided to present her decision publicly on her blog and YouTube channel to try and raise awareness and money for the Genesis Breast Cancer Prevention Appeal.
Double D Day
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She wanted to remember her breasts as they were, and before Double D Day arrived (her nickname for her surgery on January 21st), she had a cast mold made, pictures taken, and even had a party thrown in memoriam.
You can watch her journey via her YouTube blog about the double mastectomy and gain some insight about what women go through when they learn of this debilitating disease.
(via TheChive)
It is very important to have breast exams, especially if you are at risk or have a family history. Don’t just worry about these things; do something about it, and hopefully there can be a positive and life saving change in your life.
