Firefighting chemicals leave brain cancer-linked mutations, study shows

Firefighting chemicals leave brain cancer-linked mutations, study shows

Source: News-Medical.Net

Firefighters show higher rates of glioma-linked SBS42 mutational signatures associated with haloalkane exposure, suggesting occupational risk. The study highlights a clear link between firefighting, chemical exposure, and brain cancer mutations.

New research reveals that years of firefighting may leave a deadly genetic mark, as toxic chemicals used on the job are now linked to brain cancer-causing mutations.
Study: Glioma mutational signatures associated with haloalkane exposure are enriched… [4406 chars]

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