By A Mystery Man Writer
In May 2013 Angelina Jolie, who was then Hollywood's highest-paid actress, underwent a double mastectomy after testing positive for a BRCA1 gene mutation that significantly increases the risk of developing breast cancer. A recent study, published by Breast Cancer Research has found that, public knowledge of her decision doubled NHS referrals for genetic testing for breast cancer risk.
Genetic testing for breast cancer doubled due to 'Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
The Angelina Jolie effect: how high celebrity profile can have a
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals
Genetic testing for breast cancer doubled due to 'Angelina Jolie
Angelina Jolie At Arrivals For 81St Annual Academy Awards Arrivals