Rare Genetic Variant Linked to Massive Increase in Lung Cancer Risk for Nonsmokers

By Andrew Joseph · STAT News · 2026-09-17

STAT News reports that researchers identified a specific genetic mutation that correlates with a 25-fold increase in lung cancer risk among people who have never smoked. The study utilized genomic data from millions of 23andMe customers to pinpoint this variant, which appears con

STAT News reports that researchers identified a specific genetic mutation that correlates with a 25-fold increase in lung cancer risk among people who have never smoked. The study utilized genomic data from millions of 23andMe customers to pinpoint this variant, which appears con