Podcasts - 27 Jan `25Behavioral Epigenetics: How Stress Affects Vitiligo (Ep. 22)

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Today, we explore how everyday life experiences can tweak gene expression, influence health, and even ripple through generations.

From stress management to the science behind skin conditions like vitiligo, we break it down with wit, wisdom, and practical takeaways.

Tune in to learn how your choices today might shape a healthier tomorrow for you and your future offspring!

Suggested reading: Behavioral Epigenetics: How Social Experiences Influence Vitiligo

 



FAQOther Questions

  • What is vitiligo?

     Vitiligo (pronounced vit-ill-EYE-go) is a generally unpredictable skin disease that causes a gradual loss of skin color and overlying hair on different parts of the body. Cont...

  • Does vitiligo increase the risk of skin cancer?

    No, it does not. Despite common misconceptions, people with vitiligo are actually at a lower risk of developing skin cancer—including both nonmelanoma skin cancer (NMSC) and mal...

  • Does halo nevi affect vitiligo development?

    Halo nevi (also known as Sutton's nevi) are characterized by a mole that's surrounded by a ring of depigmented or lighter skin. While both halo nevi and vitiligo involve the des...