Back in 2016, Jennifer Greenhut’s life took an unexpected turn. The talented actress, singer, and newlywed found herself facing a challenging battle.
Her dream of starting a family was shattered when she was diagnosed with breast cancer, joining the alarming number of women affected by this disease every year.
What surprised Jennifer the most was learning that she inherited the disease from her father, highlighting the lesser-known fact that men can also carry the gene.
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Both parents can carry the BRCA1 and BRCA2 gene, but mutations in these genes can lead to cancer. Jennifer remained positive during her treatments, meeting a doctor at UCLA who instilled hope in her.
After starting chemotherapy in January 2017, she was declared cancer-free by May of the same year, marking a special day in her journey.
Today, Jennifer runs a foundation aiding women battling breast cancer, using proceeds to support cancer research at UCLA’s Jonsson Cancer Center Foundation.
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In their book, Jennifer and her husband share their journey of love and support through tough times, emphasizing the importance of showing up for each other.
Through letters and emails, they strengthened their bond, finding humor and resilience in their shared experiences. Jennifer believes her battle with cancer shaped her into the person she is today, appreciating the highs and lows of life.
