Cancer Mythbusters Episode #2: Cancer Genetics and Prevention

Understanding Cancer | Dana-Farber Cancer Institute

Despite the fact that cancer survivorship is on the rise, it may seem that cancer is everywhere — and that there’s nothing we can do about it. But are we really powerless to stop certain cancers from coming our way? Or, at least, to lessen the chances of developing those cancers? With the help of Huma Q. Rana, MD, clinical director of Cancer Genetics and Prevention at Dana-Farber, we dive into our latest myth: there’s nothing you can do to lessen your chances of developing cancer.