Today's Jill Martin Reveals Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Just one week after testing positive for the BRCA gene—which is linked to a significantly higher possibility of developing breast or ovarian cancer— Today contributor Jill Martin was diagnosed with breast cancer.

- CHARLOTTE TRIGGS

Now Martin, 47, is raising awareness about getting tested.

How are you holding up?

I am in shock, but at the same time, I’m so grateful because it could be a very different story. You hear the C-word, and you think the worst. But after you hear the word and you absorb it, you then have to be your own best friend. I honestly am feeling empowered while being devastated at the same time.