BRACHA – living with a high risk of hereditary breast and ovarian cancer

BRACHA is Israel’s only national organization for information and support to BRCA mutation carriers - previvors, survivors and families who are at high risk for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. A clearinghouse for information and support to previvors, survivors and their families, BRACHA initiates support, educational programs, patient advocacy, awareness, and research specific to individuals who are at high risk for hereditary breast and ovarian cancer. BRACHA is a place where can people share their personal stories and learn from one another. A Hebrew-language online forum has hundreds of subscribers. Daily, women and men from all walks of Israeli society turn to the online forum for information on the myriad of subjects BRCA carriers face – recommendations for medical and paramedical professionals, emotional support and advice. The forum is a place where families affected by BRCA carrier status can discuss their concerns with others who understand, in a supportive, non-judgmental and unintimidating environment.