Depression symptoms lead to elevated levels of an inflammatory protein in the body, says a study published in Brain, Behavior and Immunity. The protein, interleukin-6, predicts cardiovascular events. According to researchers, the correlation between depression and cardiovascular disease illustrates the physical benefits of treating mental health disorders.
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