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UK Researcher Studying Effects Of Stress On Immune System Of Older Adults

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This week on Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine the host talks with Dr. Suzanne Segerstrom, professor of psychology at the University of Kentucky.  Dr. Segerstrom has recently been awarded a National Institute on Aging grant to study the effects of stress on the immune system in older adults.  The answers could hold hope for  individuals and families dealing with Alzheimer's and Dementia.

Read more about the study here.

Dr. Greg Davis is a forensic pathologist with UK HealthCare. Every week, Davis speaks with local health providers, professionals, and researchers on Dr. Greg Davis on Medicine.
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