Written in our genes, epigenetically edited by infection

Puntos clave

• Gene expression can be significantly modified by infections, showing notable epigenetic alterations.
• A study on infection-induced changes demonstrated over 30 distinct epigenetic modifications related to immune response.
• Using molecular pathways, the research analyzed how infections impact gene functions and overall health.
• These findings may indicate a crucial relationship between infections and the long-term health of an individual.