Can lung cancer be inherited?

We are expanding our patient driven research to discover the “origins” of lung cancer that develop in families.

Join us to help accelerate breakthroughs!

Lung cancer causes more cancer-related deaths than any other cancer, regardless of race or gender. Genetic risk in other cancers such as breast, ovarian, and colon, have been well studied, but much less is known about lung cancer. We want to change that with INHERIT. This vital research aims to discover the true origins of lung cancer that will transform survivorship among families and populations.

We know that lung cancer can run in families or develop in people at early ages and without exposure to tobacco products. Some people may have underlying genetic changes (or mutations) present at birth that put them at higher risk of developing lung cancer. These genetic changes may have been inherited from one or both parents.

How can you help?

We cannot succeed without you! Anyone with a have a family history of lung cancer may be able to help us discover the origins of inherited lung cancer. Together, we can transform survivorship for everyone impacted by the disease.
Join us to help accelerate breakthroughs!

Lori Millner
Chief Marketing Officer
650.226.5472
lmillner@go2.org
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