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FORCE improves the lives of the millions of individuals and families facing hereditary breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, colorectal and endometrial cancers. Our community includes people with a BRCA, ATM, PALB2, CHEK2, PTEN or other inherited gene mutation and those diagnosed with Lynch syndrome. We accomplish this through our education, support, advocacy and research efforts.

We are dedicated to providing up-to-date, expert-reviewed information and resources that help people make informed medical decisions. Our strong, supportive community of peers and professionals ensures no one must face hereditary cancer alone. FORCE serves as a champion, unifying the community and advocating for awareness, access to care, and better treatment and prevention options.

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An exciting treatment for some patients with metastatic breast cancer

August 10, 2022

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Cancer treatment often has hidden costs

August 09, 2022

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Is there a connection between artificial sweeteners and cancer?

August 08, 2022

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The Amount of Misinformation Online Can Lead to ‘Horribly Detrimental’ Results in Patients With Cancer, Says Expert

July 27, 2022

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With society entrenched in an “infodemic,” it can be challenging for many patients with cancer to identify what information online is accurate. Recently, the development of a new tool may help patients decipher what news is misleading.

Standing on My Hereditary Cancer Awareness and Prevention Soapbox

June 28, 2022

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When participating in FORCE’s Virtual Advocacy Day, it was difficult for me not to go off-script, as anger welled up inside me.

Transgender men with inherited mutations grapple with decisions about cancer risk

May 31, 2022

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Targeted therapy improves outcomes for some metastatic prostate cancer

May 31, 2022

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Increasing melatonin use for sleep problems raises concerns

May 02, 2022

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A new tool helps predict breast cancer risk for Black women

May 02, 2022

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How common is a second breast cancer after DCIS among Hawai’ian women?

April 26, 2022

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Personalized Support Program Helps Those With, Or At Risk For, Hereditary Cancer

April 26, 2022

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Quality of life for people with early-stage breast cancer: experiences from the OlympiA trial

April 26, 2022

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One Woman’s PALB2 Story and Hope that Sharing Her Experiences Will Help Others

March 28, 2022

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Breast cancer had always been very prevalent in Aimee Dinschel’s life.

Updated Genetic Test Results Were Key for Chris Evert's Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis

March 19, 2022

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Tennis star Chris Evert shared her story about how updated information regarding her sister's genetic test results led to her own genetic testing and decision to remove her ovaries to lower her cancer risk.

Medical Use of Cannabis Among Patients With Breast Cancer

March 10, 2022

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Research shows that among patients with breast cancer, there is a strong interest in medical cannabis to manage treatment symptoms and side effects.

FORCE Virtual Community Support Groups Address Unique Needs

March 01, 2022

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The pandemic has changed everything — including FORCE support group meetings for those with, or at risk for, hereditary cancer.

The Joining FORCEs Against Hereditary Cancer Conference Session Recordings Are Now Available

February 20, 2022

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Joining FORCEs Against Hereditary Cancer® is an international conference designed to empower individuals and families facing hereditary cancer.

Inherited Mutations in BRCA Genes May Affect Endometrial Cancer Risk

February 11, 2022

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The risks for breast, ovarian, prostate and pancreatic cancers are elevated among people with inherited BRCA1 and BRCA2 mutations.

Important Milestones Helping the Hereditary Cancer Community

February 02, 2022

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FORCE is meeting the needs of individuals and families facing hereditary breast, colorectal, endometrial, ovarian, pancreatic and prostate cancers through our advocacy, education, research and support efforts.

Expanded Genetic Testing Uncovered an ATM Mutation

January 31, 2022

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This knowledge of genetic testing allowed one woman to make further decisions about her health care as well as share the news with other family members were able to have testing and make the decisions that were right for them.

Will Genetic Testing Help People With Metastatic Cancer?

January 24, 2022

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The bottom line seems to be yes, genetic testing for inherited mutations may help tailor treatment for all with advanced or metastatic cancer.

The Challenges and Rewards of Being a Caregiver in a Hereditary Cancer Family

January 19, 2022

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Both challenging and rewarding, the cancer caregiver experience can be very different for each person.

What People With Cancer Should Know About COVID-19 Vaccine Boosters

January 13, 2022

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A third dose of the Pfizer or Moderna COVID-19 vaccine is recommended for patients with cancer, even those in active treatment.

The Promise of Liquid Biopsy Tests for Detecting Cancer Earlier

December 16, 2021

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Learn more about the use of liquid biopsies in cancer care.

Study Seeks to Prevent Cancer and Extend Quality of Life for Women at Increased Genetic Risk of Ovarian Cancer

December 08, 2021

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The trial is testing if removing the fallopian tubes before menopause prevents ovarian cancer.

First of a New Class of Drugs to Treat Early-Stage Triple-Negative Breast Cancer Approved

November 27, 2021

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A promising new drug for treating this type of breast cancers in its early stages may help prevent the return of cancer.

PARP Inhibitor Treatment Is Helping My Pancreatic Cancer

November 19, 2021

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During Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Month, we share Doug Murray’s important pancreatic cancer story.

Drinking Coffee or Tea May Improve Survival After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis

November 11, 2021

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Breast cancer survivors who drink coffee or tea after their breast cancer diagnosis show improved survival in a recent study.

How Pancreatic Cancer Survivor David Dessert Is Helping Others

November 03, 2021

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Listen to how David Dessert, a 10-year pancreatic cancer survivor, is helping others.

Find Hereditary Cancer Studies and Participate in Research

October 27, 2021

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FORCE’s Research Search and Enroll Tool can help patients find prevention, treatment and quality-of-life studies.

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