Friday, October, 23, 2009
Cardiovascular Research
October 02, 2008
Veterans who suffer from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) may
be at greater risk of heart attacks as they age. Two new studies
have found that in addition to greater heart-attack risks, veterans
with PTSD are more likely to have conditions like arthritis and
psoriasis. The veterans also report worse overall physical
condition than the general population. Researchers think that
combat stress may wear down the cardiovascular system and cause the
higher risks.
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