Choosing Prevention After BRCA2 | Bristol News

Emily Hardaker made the life-altering decision to undergo a preventative double mastectomy after learning she carries a BRCA2 gene mutation — a choice fueled by her mother’s tragic battle with breast cancer, which began when Emily was just 14. Watching her mom suffer through years of illness shaped Emily’s determination to act early. After her sister also tested positive for the mutation, Emily waited seven years — navigating emotional processing and pandemic delays — before finally taking control of her health. Though recovery was tough, including a month of sleeping upright, she now enjoys an eight percent cancer risk and a renewed sense of empowerment. Today, as a personal trainer and advocate, she helps other women embrace fitness and proactive wellness, turning her painful past into a powerful message of hope. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/df9c8ab15a8c76f6