Fewer bouts of depression associated with reduced risk of heart disease – study

Fewer bouts of depression associated with reduced risk of heart disease – study (Dominic Lipinski/PA)

People who have fewer bouts of depression could be more than a third (34%) less at risk of having blocked arteries, new research suggests.

They also have a 33% lower risk of type 2 diabetes, regardless of lifestyle factors like diet and exercise, and their genetic risk.