2025 Research Program
Posted OnNovember 1, 2024 byThe BRCA Research & Cure Alliance (CureBRCA) is pleased to announce its 2025 Research Awards Program. Applications will be accepted January 3 – March 15, 2025. Please review the following important information regarding the types of applications being offered, eligibility, funding, evaluation, and key dates. To qualify for funding consideration, BRCA-related research must involve prevention,…Read More…
BRCA Guidelines Brochure for Men
Posted OnJuly 25, 2024 byThis brochure is a companion piece to the peer-reviewed medical white paper, which was published on July 25, 2024, by JAMA Oncology titled, BRCA1, BRCA2 and Associated Cancer Risks and Management for Males. This reference guide provides information for men with BRCA mutations and provides guidance on preventing cancer.Read More…
Find a Genetic Counselor
Posted OnJune 13, 2024 byIt is best to get tested for BRCA through your doctor so that you have access to a genetic counselor. However, you can purchase a genetic test on your own through a direct-to-consumer resource. Read More…
Who should get tested for the BRCA gene mutation?
Posted OnAugust 23, 2022 byA personal history of breast cancer diagnosed before age 45…Read More…
What is BRCA?
Posted OnAugust 18, 2022 byBRCA1 (BReast CAncer gene 1) and BRCA2 (BReast CAncer gene 2) are genes that produce proteins that help repair damaged DNA…Read More…
BRCA Facts
Posted OnAugust 18, 2022 byClose to 1 million people in the United States are estimated to have a BRCA mutation, but less than 10 percent are aware…Read More…
Fertility
Posted OnAugust 18, 2022 byThe Oncofertility Consortium maintains a national database of healthcare providers…Read More…
Helpful Links to Resources
Posted OnAugust 18, 2022 byGet Tested: It’s best to get tested for BRCA through your doctor. However…Read More…
What is a Clinical Trial?
Posted OnAugust 18, 2022 byClinical trials are research studies performed in people that are aimed at evaluating a medical, surgical, or…Read More…
