FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered

FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered FORCE improves the lives of individuals and families facing hereditary cancer.

FORCE improves the lives of the millions of individuals and families facing hereditary breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, colorectal and endometrial cancers. Hereditary cancer is caused by an inherited mutation that increases the risk of cancer and can be passed through families from one generation to the next. Our community includes people with Lynch syndrome, a BRCA1, BRCA2, ATM, PALB2, CHEK

2, PTEN or other inherited gene mutation linked to cancer. At FORCE we accomplish our goals through education, support, advocacy and research efforts. We are dedicated to providing up-to-date, expert-reviewed information and resources that help people make informed medical decisions. Our strong, supportive community of peers and professionals ensures no one must face hereditary cancer alone. FORCE serves as a champion, unifying the community and advocating for awareness, access to care, and better treatment and prevention options.

What happens after you test positive for an inherited mutation that increases cancer risk? Read about the guidelines for...
06/19/2026

What happens after you test positive for an inherited mutation that increases cancer risk? Read about the guidelines for risk management and treatment of hereditary cancer at: https://ow.ly/w6iK50V5heM

A new study finds that music therapy works just as well as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for reducing anxiety in ca...
06/18/2026

A new study finds that music therapy works just as well as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for reducing anxiety in cancer survivors. Read more in our review: https://ow.ly/C2QP50ZcSIK

06/18/2026

Talk to a trained volunteer who truly gets it—because they’ve been there, too. 💙

You can request to be matched by:
✨ Your genetic mutation
✨ Cancer type
✨ Risk management
✨ Surgery options
✨ Fertility questions
✨ Age, location and so much more

💬 Sometimes, just talking to someone who understands can make all the difference.

Sign up today: https://ow.ly/mU7L50UQLAL

👇 If you’ve experienced our Peer Navigation Program, share one way it helped you in the comments. Let’s inspire others!

Supporting your child through genetic testing doesn’t always mean having the answers—it means showing up in the right wa...
06/17/2026

Supporting your child through genetic testing doesn’t always mean having the answers—it means showing up in the right way💜

In Part 2 of this heartfelt series, one mother shares the lessons she learned while supporting her adult daughters through a hereditary cancer diagnosis—like creating a safe, judgment-free space, respecting boundaries and finding support for herself along the way.

Because every family—and every child—needs something different. If you're navigating this journey, you’re not alone.

Read four more ways to support your adult child: https://ow.ly/fUS750Z7gqe

This XRAY is a great way to kick off Men's Health Week! Most men with prostate cancer said genetic testing was worthwhil...
06/16/2026

This XRAY is a great way to kick off Men's Health Week!

Most men with prostate cancer said genetic testing was worthwhile and helped them better understand their cancer risk.



https://ow.ly/xkNk50Z7Qsb

June is Men’s Health Month, and during Men’s Health Week we’re raising awareness about how hereditary cancer risk impact...
06/16/2026

June is Men’s Health Month, and during Men’s Health Week we’re raising awareness about how hereditary cancer risk impacts men and their families.

Inherited gene mutations can increase the risk for cancers that affect men, including breast, colorectal, prostate, pancreatic and others—often at younger ages and across generations.

FORCE is proud to partner with AnCan Foundation CancerCare and Colon Cancer Coalition to encourage men to start conversations with loved ones and healthcare providers about hereditary cancer risk.

This Men’s Health Week, knowledge is power✨ Know your risk. Talk to your family. Take action. Your health—and your future—matters.

Half of all people who carry a cancer-causing gene are men— yet men are less likely to be offered genetic testing or see...
06/15/2026

Half of all people who carry a cancer-causing gene are men— yet men are less likely to be offered genetic testing or seek it out.

This , let’s close that gap. If cancer runs in your family, talk to your doctor about whether genetic counseling could be right for you. Your life could depend on it.

FORCE's XRAY reviews are short, easy-to-read summaries of current cancer news including, questions to ask your doctor, n...
06/14/2026

FORCE's XRAY reviews are short, easy-to-read summaries of current cancer news including, questions to ask your doctor, national guidelines, clinical trials and helpful resources. Read more at: https://ow.ly/oJFL50VoE7z

When a child faces genetic testing, the entire family is impacted💜In this powerful story, a mother and her adult daughte...
06/13/2026

When a child faces genetic testing, the entire family is impacted💜

In this powerful story, a mother and her adult daughters share what they learned as they navigated a hereditary cancer diagnosis together—from unexpected emotions like guilt and fear to the importance of respecting autonomy and supporting each other through difficult decisions.

Whether you're a parent, caregiver or adult child, their experiences offer insight, validation and guidance to help you feel less alone.

Read the story and learn what adult children want their parents to understand: https://ow.ly/QHb050Z7gfZ

Living with Hereditary Cancer Risk: Experts Discuss Emotional Well-BeingJoin FORCE Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00pm ED...
06/13/2026

Living with Hereditary Cancer Risk: Experts Discuss Emotional Well-Being

Join FORCE Wednesday, June 24, 2026 at 6:00pm EDT, for an in-depth and interactive discussion on mental health and emotional well-being for individuals and families affected by hereditary cancer risk with our experts, Karen Hurley, Ph.D., Senior Clinical Health Psychologist at Cleveland Clinic, and Emily Epstein, LMSW, Genetic Social Worker and Clinical Behavioral Healthcare Specialist at Weill Cornell Medicine.

This live event will include interviews and a Q&A with our experts, with a focus on the emotional and psychological impact of hereditary cancer risk for previvors, cancer survivors, caregivers and family members. Our experts will cover the following topics:

· Navigating anxiety, uncertainty and fear related to hereditary cancer risk
· Coping with the emotional impact of genetic testing and results
· Mental health considerations for previvors, survivors and caregivers
· Family communication and relationship challenges related to hereditary cancer risk
· Building resilience, finding support and strategies for emotional well-being

After the interviews, you will have an opportunity to join a breakout room to ask questions directly to our experts.

https://ow.ly/JrEG50Z7hZf

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