Living with Hereditary Cancer Risk

"An up-to-date and comprehensive resource on inherited cancer risk that touches on the assessment, prevention, screening, and management of these conditions. This is an ambitious project written by leaders in the field, and I'm impressed at the range of topics that are covered with great detail and nuance."

"Addressing the needs of previvors and survivors of cancer, this excellent resource walks the line between science/medical knowledge and personal empowerment. It empowers patients to ask questions and set expectations of providers while comforting them with anecdotes that are honest, raw, and heartwarming. The authors are a powerhouse of expertise in diagnosis and care. Their years of advocacy and individual patient support is what allows this book to feel as if 'written just for me' to its readers."

"Living with Hereditary Cancer Risk is exactly the volume you would expect from this exceptional team: clear, thorough, and comprehensive. The authors cover the essential details of the most important inherited cancer syndromes, from the genes themselves to options for management of the associated cancer risks and even to their treatment. This book will become a well-thumbed reference for individuals and families with inherited cancer risks, and for their providers as well."

"Living with Hereditary Cancer Risk provides a thorough, step-by-step guide for individuals and families coping with inherited cancer risk. It includes tools and strategies to overcome the sense of 'destiny' that can accompany a genetic risk diagnosis and replaces it with a sense of personal control. This book should be read by anyone interested in understanding the role that genetics plays in their risk for cancer and how that knowledge can translate into an informed, proactive approach to management of their health."

"Living with Hereditary Cancer Risk is a comprehensive resource, providing everything patients, their families and caregivers, and healthcare providers need to know about inherited cancers. The authors provide a wealth of information so that all impacted by hereditary cancers have the necessary knowledge and tools to make informed decisions about screening, risk reduction, treatment, and management of the long-term emotional and physical issues experienced by cancer previvors and survivors."