Cancer Questions is a podcast by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute that addresses some of the most common questions surrounding cancer. From screening recommendations to actionable ways to decrease your cancer risk, our experts provide research-backed insights that everyone can use.
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Cancer Questions is a podcast by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute that addresses some of the most common questions surrounding cancer. From screening recommendations to actionable ways to decrease your cancer risk, our experts provide research-backed insights that everyone can use.
Do cancers always have a genetic component?
Huma Rana, MD, MPH, physician at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, explains how 15% of cancers are linked to inherited mutations. These mutations frequently affect tumor suppressor genes, increasing the risk of cancer development in individuals born with such mutations.
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Cancer Questions
Cancer Questions is a podcast by Dana-Farber Cancer Institute that addresses some of the most common questions surrounding cancer. From screening recommendations to actionable ways to decrease your cancer risk, our experts provide research-backed insights that everyone can use.
