Alison Hall’s life-saving breast cancer risk assessment test resulted in an early-stage diagnosis after she was inspired by Olivia Munn’s experience. Her story emphasizes the value of activism and early detection in the fight against cancer.
Alison Hall, a “Inside Edition” correspondent, didn’t expect to be featured in the story while she was getting ready to cover actress Olivia Munn’s battle with breast cancer. Hall’s life was saved when she decided to get a breast cancer risk assessment test because of Munn’s support for early detection.
Hall has never had a mammogram and had previously tested negative for the BRCA gene. Her mother was diagnosed with breast cancer at the age of 50. But according to the risk assessment, she had a 36% lifetime chance of getting breast cancer.
She started having screenings like MRIs and mammograms every six months as a result of this.
The earliest probable diagnosis of stage-zero breast cancer was confirmed by biopsies after an MRI revealed anomalies. Her doctor reassured her, “This is actually good news,” highlighting the potential impact of early detection.
In order to eliminate the malignancy and reduce the risk going forward, Hall has decided to get a double mastectomy. She attributes her choice to take the test to Olivia Munn. “By Olivia sharing her story, she had a direct impact on my life,” Hall said.
Hall’s bravery in sharing her story was commended by Munn, who described it as a “ripple effect of hope.”
Hall believes her experience will encourage others to prioritize early detection and is thankful for her loved ones’ steadfast support as she gets ready for surgery. “I didn’t expect this to happen so soon,” she stated, “but I’m doing everything I can for my future self and family.”
