The announcement that Angelina Jolie' has undergone a double mastectomy in the face of evidence that she could prevent breast and ovarian cancer changes that. Her decision was well-researched, warranted, and she followed through. I'm impressed, in particular because she has gone public in hopes that other women will learn from her experience. That makes me more than just a fan.
Jolie didn't / doesn't have cancer. She had a high risk of it. She didn't make the choice to have a mastectomy to treat an existing disease. She had both breasts removed so she won't develop a cancer at a later date. She took drastic, preventive action. I give her big props - just as I give any woman who has or would make the same choice based on the "what if" scenario Jolie faced. Not easy, but likely necessary and - very brave.
Jolie didn't / doesn't have cancer. She had a high risk of it. She didn't make the choice to have a mastectomy to treat an existing disease. She had both breasts removed so she won't develop a cancer at a later date. She took drastic, preventive action. I give her big props - just as I give any woman who has or would make the same choice based on the "what if" scenario Jolie faced. Not easy, but likely necessary and - very brave.
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