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Jolie Shares Mastectomy Scars: 'My Scars Unite Me With Women'
16 Dec
Summary
- Angelina Jolie revealed her mastectomy scars to TIME France.
- She underwent a double mastectomy in 2013 due to a BRCA1 gene.
- Jolie advocates for accessible breast health screenings for all women.
Angelina Jolie has chosen to reveal her mastectomy scars in a recent interview, marking a significant personal step.
She explained to TIME France that her decision stems from a desire to connect with other women, stating, "I share these scars with many women I love." Jolie underwent a preventive double mastectomy in 2013 after learning she carried the BRCA1 gene, which greatly elevated her risk of breast cancer.
Beyond personal disclosure, Jolie is using this platform to advocate for broader healthcare access. She champions making genetic testing and screenings affordable and available to all women, particularly those with risk factors or family histories of cancer. Her message stresses that healthcare decisions must be personal and informed.
Her upcoming film, "Couture," which addresses breast cancer with sensitivity, further highlights her engagement with these themes. Jolie praised the director's approach to portraying illness not as an end, but as part of life's broader journey.
