Carrie Ragland
HIM 280
Assignment #2
How Does Stress Make Us Ill?
A recent study at Michigan State has shown that the hormone CRF1 responds to stress, which
sends specific signals to immune cells. These immune cells release chemicals that can trigger asthma,
lupus, and irritable bowel syndrome. In 2015, 31% of adults in the United States reported that stress
had a strong influence on their physical health. I find it interesting that there was actually a study done
on this topic because I have ended up sick from stress numerous times.
How Does Stress Make Us Ill?
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/320594.php