Conditions & Recovery · ScienceDaily Cancer · July 27, 2026

Why the same DNA damage causes cancer in some people but not others

A controlled mouse study has provided direct evidence that inherited genetics can steer how cancer begins and evolves after DNA damage. The discovery could eventually help doctors better predict cancer risk and tailor screening and treatments to each patient.

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