In the Family, features 27 year old filmmaker Joanna Rudnick who tested positive for the BRCA genetic mutation. This means that she has an extremely high chance of developing breast, and/or ovarian cancer. She critically examines the impact of genetic research on the personal lives of those who have tested positive for BCRA and for whom cancer runs in their family.
Watch In the Family on PBS at 10 P.M. tomorrow, Wednesday October 1st.
To learn more about BRCA issues and risk management click here .
-Mara C.