Summary: Shannon Pulaski is the founder of ProActive Genes, and the author of Mom's Genes, a children's book that helps families talk to their kids about genetic diseases. We had a great conversation with Shannon about why it's never too early to start being proactive about cancer prevention. In this episode, we talked about: Shannon's experience with the BRCA gene and getting testedWhy she wrote Mom's GenesHow Asheknazi Jews are affected by the BRCA geneNancy's feelings about getting mammogramsAlexa's experiences with OB-GYNsWomen's experiences with medical and health careUpdates on health care legislationThe impact of the BRCA gene on menWhat families can do when they find out mom or dad carries the BRCA gene Get all the show notes and links to any of the things we talk about at http://losethecape.com/podcast/168
