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Depression Linked to 30% Faster Chronic Illness Onset

2/14/2025

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A groundbreaking study in PLOS Medicine uncovers a startling truth: adults battling depression face a 30% faster onset of chronic physical illnesses like osteoarthritis and hypertension compared to their healthier counterparts. With data from over 172,000 UK Biobank participants, researchers emphasize the urgent need for integrated care to combat this alarming health decline.

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A groundbreaking study in PLOS Medicine uncovers a startling truth: adults battling depression face a 30% faster onset of chronic physical illnesses like osteoarthritis and hypertension compared to their healthier counterparts. With data from over 172,000 UK Biobank participants, researchers emphasize the urgent need for integrated care to combat this alarming health decline.