( CNN ) -- When Angelina Jolie revealed she 'd had a double mastectomy , she probably had a pretty good idea that her bravery would empower other women to tell their breast cancer stories . What she did n't know was that one of these women co-anchors a national morning news show . On May 14 , when Zoraida Sambolin walked into work and heard Jolie 's news , she realized this was the right time to tell viewers that five weeks before , she 'd been diagnosed with breast cancer and had decided to have a double mastectomy . `` Angelina Jolie chose to bear her soul in writing and I chose to follow her lead in front of all our viewers Tuesday , '' she later wrote in an article on CNN.com . `` I am not yet on the other side , but judging by all the e-mails I 've received from survivors , I am headed to a place that is stronger , wiser and definitely more empowered . '' Sambolin , co-host of CNN 's `` Early Start , '' is grateful for all the love and support she 's received from CNN 's viewers and readers . Many asked questions about their own health or the health of someone they love . Sambolin asked me to help answer these questions . I 'm worried I might have breast cancer . What are the signs ? Breastcancer.org , the National Breast Cancer Foundation and the Mayo Clinic explain the signs and symptoms of breast cancer . Angelina Jolie got a test to see if she carried a faulty breast cancer gene . Should I get that test ? Read this Empowered Patient column and this CNN article by Dr. Susan Domchek to help you decide . CNN 's iReporters have weighed in with their own decisions about breast cancer genetic testing , and this CNNMoney article discusses whether your insurance will cover genetic testing . Like Angelina Jolie , I carry a faulty gene for breast cancer . Should I also get a double mastectomy ? Dr. Aaron Carroll writes on CNN.com about the risks and benefits of Jolie 's choice . For another woman 's perspective , read Allison Gilbert 's moving article on CNN.com . My doctor thinks I might have breast cancer . What tests will she use to find out ? Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the American Cancer Society explain the tests doctors use to diagnose breast cancer . I 've had a biopsy and read my pathology report , but I do n't understand it . Can you help ? Breastcancer.org breaks down the information in a pathology report . I was just diagnosed with breast cancer . What 's my next step ? My Breast Cancer Coach and Susan G. Komen can walk you through this new world you 've entered . I thought breast cancer was breast cancer . Now I 'm learning I have a certain type of breast cancer . Help -- I 'm confused . The Mayo Clinic explains the different types of breast cancer . Sambolin has breast cancer and decided to get a double mastectomy . Actress Christina Applegate made that same choice . I have breast cancer -- should I get a mastectomy ? There are a lot of treatment options for breast cancer , and it 's not always easy to decide which is best for you . Komen , the American Cancer Society , and the National Breast Cancer Foundation all have treatment guides . If I get a mastectomy , how will surgeons give me new breasts ? This CNN.com article explains breast cancer reconstruction options . Should I get involved in a breast cancer study ? The American Cancer Society has some guidance . My cancer is n't going away . What should I do ? The American Cancer Society has this advice for what to do if breast cancer does n't go away or if it returns . I 'd like to connect with other women with breast cancer . Where can I find them ? There are many forums and online communities for women who have breast cancer , such as Previvors and Survivors , the Association of Cancer Online Resources , and Breastcancer.org .
Angelina Jolie revealed this week she 's had a double mastectomy . CNN anchor Zoraida Sambolin also revealed she has breast cancer . Sambolin has been asked questions by CNN viewers about breast cancer .