Depression Linked to Stroke
Depression Linked to Stroke
A new study has linked depression to an increased risk of stroke.
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" A new study has linked depression to an increased risk of stroke using data from almost thirty studies Harvard University researchers found people depression -- 45% more likely to suffer a stroke and 55% more likely to die from stroke experts say these findings are significant because an estimated 16% of Americans experienced depression over their lifetime depression may affect stroke risk because of its effects on the nervous an endocrine systems and because these patients are more likely to be obese or practice for health behaviors."
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