Welcome To BRCA+ Chat

Navigating Gene Mutations Together

LFS (TP53), PALB2, ATM, CHEK2, lynch…

We are a tiny, but national U.K charity, which aims to help all humans navigating a BRCA gene mutation (or other related gene). Whether you are considering testing, have already been tested, have been diagnosed with cancer – or are a buddy wanting to support a friend (you champ, you), we are here for you.

Our board of Trustees are (mostly) all BRCA+ Humans, who all felt overwhelmed and alone when first diagnosed. We recognised a need for more support services in the U.K – and just wanted a friendly BRCA buddy to spell it out to us.

We are not here to provide medical advice, but we can support emotionally, or put you in touch with services that can help.

We are always developing this site, and our services, but our vision remains the same –“A world where people’s lives are not determined by their gene mutations.” Get in touch with any feedback, we are most happy to collaborate. XOX

Co-Founders

Christen and Lisa are the brainchildren behind BRCA+ Chat. Get to know them here!

Trustees

We would be so lost without our amazing trustees! The work they do ensures we can keep bringing you more resources, advice and support. Find out more about the people behing BRCA+ Chat.

BRCA+ Babes

Our BRCA+ Babes are the gorgeous ladies who organise our meetups across the country. Get to know them and find a meetup near you!

ALL YOUR BRCA QUESTIONS ANSWERED

If you have just been diagnosed with a BRCA mutation, are awaiting a test, or just want to find out more, below are some helpful answers.

LATEST POSTS

What’s going OM?

Genes are inherited and it can feel like you’re not in control. Which is a frightening place to be. BRCA+ Chat have turned the positive diagnosis into… an enormous positive with their supportive community and events. The online yoga and meditation sessions are fast becoming an integral part of the support package. But why, what’s going OM?

Siblings with BRCA

Today is Siblings Day and we have not one, but two blogs to share. Alison & Emily are sisters who underwent their mastectomies in the same month. The covid pandemic meant they couldn't support each other in the way they hoped, so they each speak of their own...
A woman who has lost her hair through chemotherapy, three pictures, buzz cut, wig and turban

Ovarian Cancer, Diagnosis, Treatment, BRCA – aged 46

As we approach the end of ovarian cancer awareness month, we wanted to re visit a blog, written for us by the lovely Jen back in 2022. Fast forward to now, four years after her original diagnosis, she has given us an update of where she's at now. Wednesday 24th March...
mastectomy recovery showing drains.

When Things Don’t Go Smoothly

Today, the wonderful Christina talks about the complications she suffered after her mastectomy surgery and how this affected her recovery. We are always grateful to those who write blogs for us, but sharing your story when it hasn't been straight forward is super...

How exercise helped me prepare and recover (even when I almost lost my nipple!)

This is an obvious one but going into surgery as fit and healthy as possible will support you as you heal afterwards.

Reflections from a Male Breast Cancer Survivor  

As a male breast cancer survivor, I’ve walked a road many men don’t, facing a diagnosis that most assume could never happen to them. But it does happen, and when it does, it can feel isolating and filled with stigma.

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