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Study Finds Inherited Genetics Influence Smoking-Related Lung Cancer Risk

Study Finds Inherited Genetics Influence Smoking-Related Lung Cancer Risk

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THE BRIEF
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A new study from the University of Cambridge reveals that inherited genetics play a critical role in determining lung cancer risk among smokers.

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Researchers found that DNA damage from smoking and UV rays affects individuals differently based on their specific genetic predispositions.

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This discovery helps explain why some long-term smokers do not develop cancer, potentially leading to more personalized screening and prevention strategies.