After a genetic test, Georgie is taking steps to reduce her cancer risk
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After a genetic test, Georgie is taking steps to reduce her cancer risk

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A simple saliva test showed 30-year-old Georgie Bellette has a high risk of developing cancer. Subscribe Contact Listen More great ABC podcasts Surprise diagnosis life-changing Ms Bellette discovered she inherited a BRCA 2 mutation, which significantly increases her chances of developing cancers, in particular breast or ovarian cancer. Family ripple effect Following her discovery, all members of Ms Bellette's family are now eligible for a free genetic test covered by Medicare. "We all shared our story of what made us take the test," Ms Bellette said. "When that came out I was like, 'This is great' … because that was one of the things I did think of," Ms Bellette said.

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A simple test that could save your life
1 month, 4 weeks ago

A simple test that could save your life

ABC  

The Bright Side shines a light on stories of hope and problem-solving people around Australia. Each week Sabra Lane brings you good news stories about people who are trying to make a difference in the world. In this episode: Thirty-year-old Georgie Bellette took a simple genetic saliva test only to discover she has a high risk of developing cancer. One …

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