Angelina Jolie's decision to have her breasts removed.

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  • Author(s): CHUA, PHILIP S.
  • Source:
    Filipino Reporter. 7/19/2013, Vol. 41 Issue 33, p22-22. 1/2p.
  • Additional Information
    • Subject Terms:
      JOLIE, Angelina, 1975-; MASTECTOMY; FAMILY history (Medicine); BRCA genes; PRUDENCE; COURAGE
    • Abstract:
      The article shares insight on the decision of actress Angelina Jolie to undergo preventive double mastectomy due to her family history of cancer and after laboratory finding that she carries a defective version mutation of BRCA1 gene. The author commends Jolie for her prudence and bravery and for raising awareness about breast cancer. He considers Jolie a role model and a genuine humanitarian. Questions about gene testing for breast and ovarian cancer are addressed.