What Is The Cause Of Schizophrenic Disorder?
Though heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States, it's about twice as deadly for people with schizophrenia. Harvard researchers explain the reasons for this increased risk, and they offer a list of ways that people with schizophrenia can lower their heart risks with help from doctors and loved ones.
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