Genes or environment? A new model for understanding disease risk factors
July 30, 2024
July 30, 2024
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, July 30 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news:
HERSHEY, Pa. Every disease is shaped by a genetic component as well as environmental factors like air pollution, climate and socioeconomic status. However, the extent to which genetics or environment plays a role in disease risk and how much can be attributed to each isn't well understood. As such, the actions individuals can take to reduce their risk for disease aren't often clear.
HERSHEY, Pa. Every disease is shaped by a genetic component as well as environmental factors like air pollution, climate and socioeconomic status. However, the extent to which genetics or environment plays a role in disease risk and how much can be attributed to each isn't well understood. As such, the actions individuals can take to reduce their risk for disease aren't often clear.