Diseases & Disorders

Inherited Epigenetic and Behavioral Consequences of Trauma Could be Reversed

It’s possible that the impact of traumatic experiences may be epigenetically inherited via molecular memory that is passed down through…

9 years ago

Arthritic Joints May Need Different Treatments Due to Diverse Epigenetic Signatures

Arthritis is a widespread, debilitating disease characterized by inflammation of the joints. It affects at least 52 million adults in…

9 years ago

Overweight Fathers May Epigenetically Increase Their Daughters’ Risk of Breast Cancer

Although we typically think the mother has a large impact on her child’s health, epigenetic research is beginning to suggest…

9 years ago

Poor Socioeconomic Status May Leave Epigenetic Mark on Gene Linked to Depression

Could there be connections between socio-economic status, epigenetics, and one’s likelihood of developing depression? Previous and current research has long…

9 years ago

Dad’s Life Experiences May Epigenetically Influence His Children’s Health

Mothers have often – unfortunately and unfairly – had to carry the burden of being “to blame” for any of…

9 years ago

Could Common Chemicals Tip the Epigenetic Balance and Program Someone for Obesity?

We’ve all heard of the risks of the BPA, or Bisphenol A, a chemical used to make durable plastics. BPA…

9 years ago

Could a New Epigenetic Blood Test Predict Your Risk of Type 2 Diabetes?

Diabetes is a disease characterized by the body’s inability to properly use insulin and it affects over 29 million Americans.…

9 years ago

Could Epigenetics Rescue Cognitive Impairment Caused by Getting Old?

As we get older, our cognitive ability declines, especially our memory. Although aging-related cognitive impairment occurs naturally, humans have been…

9 years ago

Birth Season Could Epigenetically Determine Your Allergy Risk

It has long been acknowledged that the season during which you were born can influence you throughout your life in…

10 years ago

Epigenetics: Feeding the Obesity and Diabetes Epidemic?

Every kid reaching for the junk food has heard mom and dad’s warning, “You are what you eat!” But parents…

10 years ago