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The thought of cancer is scary. The thought of breast or ovarian cancer, especially when related to someone who has suffered from either, is even scarier. However, there is a test that could warn you about your chances of getting cancer, helping you to make better informed health care decisions.

BRACAnalysis® is a test for individuals thought to be at high risk for hereditary breast or ovarian cancer because of a personal and/or family history of breast or ovarian cancer. BRACAnalysis® detects mutations in the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes, the gene mutations that are responsible for the vast majority of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer.

It is one little test that could give you a chance to keep making memories with the people you love. Do you have a personal or family history of breast or ovarian cancer? Just Ask! Ask that question of yourself, your family, friends and doctor. Take the test and spread the word to others who may benefit from it.

JustAsk! is trying to get the word out about this very important test. Right now for every 1 like they receive at their Facebook fan page, $1.00 will be donated for testing/screening for women who otherwise would not be able to afford it (up to $25,000).

It takes one second to like a fan page. Imagine the world of difference you could make! Not only will your “like” help support this important cause, but it could also win you a great prize.

“Like” and Win

Once you “like” “JustAsk!, leave a comment below and let us know. Also feel free to share a story about a friend or family member who has dealt with breast or ovarian cancer.

We will choose one comment at random to win a Flip camera, to help you capture your memories!

We’ve even got a few extra ways for you to enter:

1. Share this tweet: Your “LIKE” = $1 for Breast/Ovarian Cancer http://on.fb.me/JustAskHBOC Get screened. #justask

2. Share a memory or a thought about someone you know who has battled Breast/Ovarian Cancer in the comments section.

3. You can even head over to TodaysMama.com and let them know that you “Liked” Just Ask and you’ll also be in the running for an iMac!

You have until Friday, March 18th to enter. We will select our winner on Saturday, March 19th. This giveaway is open to both US and Canadian shipping addresses. Please see our site’s Terms and Conditions of Use.

Let’s get the word out about JustAsk! and the BRACAnalysis®.

Written by 5 Minutes for Mom contributing editor, Erica.

This is a paid post sponsored by TodaysMama.com.

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  1. I just like the helpful info you provide for your articles. I will bookmark your blog and take a look at once more here regularly. I am fairly sure I’ll be told many new stuff proper right here! Best of luck for the next!

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  5. My best friend’s Aunt Helen had breast cancer and was taken far too soon. Aunt Helen was an amazing author with a heart of gold. My best friend and I did the Breast Cancer 3 Day in her honor/memory.

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  10. My good friend lost his wife to breast cancer. She was in her early 30s. In the same year, we lost a good friend who we had helped scrapbook her youngest daughter’s life bc she didn’t have the energy after treatments.

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  13. This test would be so wonderful and could save so many lives. I hope the insurance companies will begin to pay for the testing since it would save them money in the long run. Get the test if you can, please it may save your life.

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  14. My comment that I will share is that my mother is a 2 time breast and 1 time ovarian cancer survivor. We also both have been tested for the gene.

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  16. I like them on facebook. This is very close to home. My mother had breast cancer – my grandmother died of ovarian cancer before I was born. After my mother passed I went to a cancer risk specialist who was going to analyze my risk of getting cancer. I couldn’t afford to get the Braca test at the time and now I guess I NEED to go back. I think that insurance might pay for it now. I need to do this for my children! I”ve always thought it was not a if, but when for me.

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  18. My boss and friend had breast cancer and came through it beautifully! She is now cancer free for 3 years!

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  20. I like “JustAsk!, as Happy MomC on FB.

    My boss and friend had breast cancer and came through it beautifully! She is a true source of inspiration to others. I really look up to her, she is a woman on faith, love and she just has so much to give. This is a great cause! Thank you.

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  24. I had one ovary removed when I was 18 and was lucky to have still have one child…however I am currently feeling symptons on my remaining ovary and I am afraid to get tested…after reading this article I am feeling braver about going in for a test so I can make sure I am around fo watch my son grow up or save my ovary to have another child. Thanks for your article.

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  29. My mom had lung cancer two years ago. Earlier this year, she had a complete mastectomy for breast cancer. Now, she has skin cancer cells on her knee. Cancer is scary and mean. I don’t know how mom just keeps going, but she does. She’s a trooper, and I love her. At the same time she was undergoing her mastectomy and chemo, my mother-in-law had a single mastectomy and went through radiation. Shortly after that, a blog friend and friend in real life (now) had an ovarian cancerous tumor removed. Too much cancer in this world!

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  33. I liked Just ask on facebook. My sister passed away from breast cancer when she was only 39 years old. She left behind two sweet children. I was unable to see her when she got sick because she lived so far away. I miss her very much!

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  34. As a former GYN/office nurse,,,,I nagged my 2 best friends into going for a mammogram,,they each hadnt been for years,,,finally to shut me up they went,an BOTH had breast cancer! an ended up with Chemo an having mastectomy’s ,,,thats been 12 yrs ago an they are both alive an well,,,,,,I for one am glad I nagged them into going

    vlbelk(at)hotmail.com

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  38. Liked on facebook I have a friend that just recently had a cancer scare. Didi Matregrano
    vmat (a) aold dot com

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  39. I would urge everybody that has had cancer in their family to have this test. My insurance unfortunatley will not pay for me to have it. I can’t afford it but I am hoping soon my insurance company will allow this BracAnalysis. It could save so many lives.

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  44. I like Just Ask! On facebook. My best friend recently had a breast cancer scare. So we know how important early detection is!

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  47. I “liked” Just Ask! of FB. I’m pleased to hear about this. I lost my best friend to ovarian cancer last year. She fought the battle for 8 months. This past Saturday was the one-year anniversary of her passing. Not a day goes by that I don’t miss her.
    I’m glad to see that research is being done to detect these awful cancers early, and possibly prevent them.
    Thank you for sharing!

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  48. I liked the page on FB, and I’m really interested in this movement. I have had several great-aunts pass away from breast cancer, and my youngest aunt was diagnosed with it in both breasts before she was 40! Thankfully she received her diagnosis and treatment early enough, and she’s been cancer free for over 5 years now.

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  49. I like “Just Ask” Facebook page and for the first time sharing my first experience with Ovarian Cancer in my family. My grandmother recently died of Ovarian Cancer. Had we known about it, she would still be here. We didn’t know about her illness because she kept her discomforts to herself. She is from Haiti so going to a doctor for screenings to her was never important unless she was in severe pain. My aunts tried to get her to see a doctor and do a physical and see an OBGYN every time she comes to the US but she always refused and said she was fine and did not need to see a doctor.

    Fast forward a couple of month after she went back to Haiti. Her health rapidly declined and she was bleeding. Finally, she agreed to see an OBGYN who told my mom that the cancer was too advanced and all we could do was to make her comfortable and help her manage the pain. 1 week later she was bed-ridden and 1 week after that she died. She died in peace because we prayed for her and she found peace with her dying before it happened.

    Cancer is real but for many of us there are things we can do to prevent certain forms of cancer.

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  56. My story: My mom had ovarian cancer about 6 years ago. It was a horrible experience for all of us, especially her, but she has emerged stronger for it. Very inspiring.

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  59. My sister died from ovarian cancer and my insurance will not cover the BrackAnalysis test. I hope insurance companies will realize it would save them a lot of money if they allowed for testing, and not when somebody actually gets cancer. I know the test could not be as expensive as cancer treatments. I would love to spread the word!!!!! Thanks Ladies

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  60. I “liked” on Facebook. I lost my mother to breast cancer almost 6 years ago when she was only 48 years old, her mom had breast cancer as well as my grandma’s sisters. I’ve never been tested for the gene but am curious about it since it seems like it runs in my family!

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  61. My grandmother passed away from ovarian cancer, and it was hardest to watch my mom have to go through losing her mother. I hope that won’t be me someday.

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  68. I Have had a large amount of Family Members Die from Various forms of Cancer,My Aunt was one who had breast cancer it was not detected early enough to save her Life.

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  72. I also have multiple friends and family members who have battled breast cancer including my own scare a few years ago.

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  74. I liked on FB.
    I have a very close girlfriend who suffered from ovarian cancer and had a full hysterectomy at the age of 25. I am dedicated to spreading the word about cancer awareness.

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