My sister, who died last fall from breast cancer, was BRCA-2 positive. I have made the decision NOT to get tested because I don't want the insurance companies to refuse to pay because it was a pre-existing illness if I have the gene and someday end up with breast cancer. I know it's illegal for them to do that, but I don't trust them as far as I can spit.

I've discussed this with my gyn doc. Each year we test me as though I do have the gene: mammogram and pelvic ultrasound. I think it's the best way to go for me.