If you have a history of breast cancer and a mutation in the CHEK2...

If you have a history of breast cancer and a mutation in an inherited...

Having a strong family history of breast cancer doesn’t mean you’re destined to get it — but it does mean you need a different plan than “wait until 40 and get a mammogram every year.” Here’s exactly what I would do as an oncology provider if it was me: ⸻ 1. I’d map out my actual risk — not guess. • Which relatives had breast cancer • What age they were diagnosed • Any ovarian, pancreatic, or prostate cancers in the family Family history before 50 or in multiple close relatives changes everythin