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Monday, October, 26, 2009

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Veterans with PTSD more prone to heart attacks, arthritis

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. Read more »

Expert & Community Posts

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A Lifetime of Stress Could Be a Precursor to Stroke
By Cleo Hutton , Health Expert

...another cause of stroke.      We know that the cardiovascular system (heart, arteries, and... Read more »

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How Stress Affects the Body
By Jerry Kennard , Health Expert

...slower build up of atherosclerosis and damage to the cardiovascular system.   Although it is... Read more »

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Exciting News from the International Headache Congress 2009!
By Nancy Bonk , Health Expert

...increased risk of stroke. AND, people with a healthy cardiovascular system and Migraine with... Read more »

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Spend Your Rebate Check On Something That Will Last - Your Body
By Kenn Kihiu , Health Expert

...you fitness walk or jog, you are investing in your cardiovascular system.  When you strength... Read more »

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What Causes Dizziness? Is it My Heart?
By Lisa Nelson , Health Expert

...following ailments can cause vertigo/syncope:   Cardiovascular System Vertigo can occur as a... Read more »

Health Guide

Questions for your Cardiologist: Heart Questions to Ask your Doctor
Your doctor has spent many years studying the way the body works in health and disease. You may be able to benefit more from that knowledge if you ask questions that are important for your individual... Read more »
Heart Attack Symptoms and Warning Signs
A blockage in the heart's arteries may reduce or completely cut off the blood supply to a portion of the heart. This can cause a blood clot to form and totally stop blood flow in a coronary artery,... Read more »
Bypass Surgery Patient Guide: Heart Bypass Information
Why do you need bypass surgery? If you are suffering chest pain or other symptoms that may indicate a cardiovascular problem, your doctor will likely want you to undergo an angiogram (cardiac... Read more »
Stress Test: When are Stress Tests Necessary?
A stress test is an objective way of determining your exertional capacity. It can be used for many reasons. By far the most common use is to assess the cause for a patient complaint such as chest... Read more »
What is Cholesterol?: A Patient Guide
Arteriosclerosis causes heart attacks, strokes, amputations and even loss of brain function in addition to sudden death. Arteriosclerotic plaque, the material that eventually clogs our... Read more »

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