Tell Secretary Sebelius to adopt a legislation requiring insurance companies to provide coverage for BRCA gene mutation testing
 Goal: 40,000 • Progress: 20,857  |
Sponsored by: The Breast Cancer Site
A woman who has inherited a harmful mutation in BRCA1 or BRCA2 is about five times more likely to develop breast cancer than a woman who does not have such a mutation. A positive genetic mutation test result can bring relief from uncertainty and allow women to make informed decisions about their future, including taking steps to reduce their cancer risk. Insurance companies should not have the right to decide who gets funded for testing. Take action today - sign the petition below and tell a friend. |
Mutation of the BRCA1 and BRCA2 genes have been linked to the development of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. According to the National Cancer Institute, about 12% of women in the general population will develop breast cancer sometime during their lives, compared with about 60% of women who have inherited a harmful mutation in BRCA1 or BRCA2 genes. Genetic testing can reveal an inherited BRCA1 or BRCA2 mutation.
Although insurance companies often cover genetic testing, coverage is not guaranteed. Take action today - urge Secretary of the Department of Health and Human Services Kathleen Sebelius to adopt legislation requiring insurance companies to cover genetic counseling and testing for the BRAC1 and BRAC2 mutations upon medical recommendation. Sign the petition below and tell a friend.
Dear Secretary Kathleen Sebelius, I urge you to adopt legislation requiring all insurance companies to provide coverage for BRCA gene testing upon recommendation from a medical professional. Breast cancer is the most common malignancy in women and the second leading cause of cancer death, and unfortunately most of us know at least one mother, sister, or friend who has been touched by this disease. A woman who has inherited a harmful mutation in BRCA1 or BRCA2 is about five times more likely to develop breast cancer than a woman who does not have such a mutation, and families have the right to know about their own genetic risks. Medical experts, not insurance companies, should decide who is eligible for genetic testing. Your support is crucial to make these powerful prevention tools accessible to those who are at risk. |
| Sep 25, 2009 Carol Long I have many close relatives and friends who have battled and are still battling with breast cancer; we need a cure now!!! |
| Sep 25, 2009 DARLENE CHAVIS |
| Sep 25, 2009 Nancy Passe |
| Sep 25, 2009 Manuela Kowitt |
| Sep 25, 2009 (Name not displayed) |
| Sep 25, 2009 (Name not displayed) EVERY woman is very concerned about being diagnosed with breast cancer! |
| Sep 25, 2009 byrna bicknell |
| Sep 25, 2009 maureen serrano |
| Sep 25, 2009 Kristina Stockton |
| Sep 25, 2009 brittney stanton |
| Sep 24, 2009 Connie McKenzie |
| Sep 24, 2009 Mary VanDeKerkhove |
| Sep 24, 2009 Lucile Leard |
| Sep 24, 2009 Cindy White |
| Sep 24, 2009 Pamela Lau |
| Sep 24, 2009 Mary Hansel Parlin Let the medical professionals decide! |
| Sep 24, 2009 amy raff |
| Sep 24, 2009 (Name not displayed) |
| Sep 24, 2009 (Name not displayed) |
| Sep 24, 2009 Joanne Juliano |
| Sep 24, 2009 Bekah Gonzales |
| Sep 24, 2009 Leanne Deutsch |
| Sep 24, 2009 Charlotte Rubach |
| Sep 24, 2009 (Name not displayed) |
| Sep 24, 2009 Pam Coker |
| Sep 24, 2009 (Name not displayed) |
| Sep 24, 2009 Kathy Hughes |
| Sep 24, 2009 Paul Wechter |
| Sep 24, 2009 Laura Deaton I am a 36 year old mother of three currently fighting breast cancer. For the future of my daughter and myself, this test is very important. Please consider this with your decision. |
| Sep 24, 2009 M>L Johnson |
| Sep 24, 2009 (Name not displayed) |
| Sep 24, 2009 Kathy Linch |
| Sep 24, 2009 vickie bradley |
| Sep 24, 2009 Loretta Koch |
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| Sep 24, 2009 kristin carr |
| Sep 24, 2009 Hana Hanušová |
| Sep 24, 2009 Peggy Sacco |
| Sep 24, 2009 Connie Veiock |
| Sep 24, 2009 Lynn Sultzbach |
| Sep 24, 2009 Dustin ONeill |
| Sep 24, 2009 Sharon Lapointe |
| Sep 24, 2009 Dianne Chwojdak I inherited the BRACA2 gene from my mother. After I had breast cancer, my insurance company paid for testing. Duh! I have a younger brother that may also have the gene but he can't afford the test. |
| Sep 24, 2009 (Name not displayed) |
| Sep 24, 2009 amy longanecker |
| Sep 24, 2009 J Vella |
| Sep 24, 2009 (Name not displayed) |
| Sep 24, 2009 Gloria Turcotte |
| Sep 24, 2009 Margaret Abbott |
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