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Is your stress level genetic? Local study examines the role played by DNA

March 2022

Lisa Stubbs, PhD, Explores the Genetic Mechanisms at Work in Our Response to Stress

Dr. Lisa Stubbs recently discussed the connection between genetics and chronic stress on KOMO-TV. Click the link below to read more and watch the KOMO News segment: Is your stress level genetic? Local study examines the role played by DNA.

Tune in to the three-part interview below with KOMO Radio’s IRG Health Talk to learn more about how our genes give us greater susceptibility or resistance to developing stress-related conditions such as obesity, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and mental health disorders.

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Learn more about Dr. Stubbs’ research here.

Mar 2, 2022
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