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Recognizing and Treating Depression May Help Improve Heart Health

Depression Heart Disease, Chicago Caregiving Magazine

Depression affects about 20% of Americans in their lifetime and is one of the leading causes of disability. The rates of depression are even higher in those with cardiovascular disease (CVD). Depression affects 38% of patients undergoing coronary artery bypass graft surgery, and the risk of depression is three times as high in patients who […]