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Does Treatment Of Depression Improve Prognosis After Heart Attack?

Depression and heart disease are the two leading disorders with the strongest contributions to the global burden of disease. Depression and heart disease are also intertwined. In recent years, much attention has been given to depression following heart attack and its effects on prognosis. Several large scale studies have been undertaken (ENRICHD, SADHART, MIND-IT, CREATE) [...]

Taking Depression to Heart. Physical symptoms of the mood disorder are linked to thickening arteries.

Taking Depression to Heart. Physical symptoms of the mood disorder are linked to thickening arteries.

By Karen Pallarito.
HealthDay Reporter.
Scientists have long observed a link between depression and heart disease. Now there’s research to help pinpoint the symptoms of depression that may signal cardiovascular trouble.
A study suggests that people who suffer from depression, especially certain physical symptoms such as loss of appetite, sleep problems or fatigue, may be at risk of [...]