Sue Hughes
December 27, 2013
High anxiety levels were associated with an increased risk for incident stroke independent of other risk factors, including depression, in a new prospective study.
“Anxiety is a modifiable experience that is highly prevalent among the general population. Its assessment and treatment may contribute to developing more effective preventive and intervention strategies for improving overall cardiovascular health,” the authors conclude.
The study, published online in Stroke on December 19, was conducted by a team led by Maya J. Lambiase, PhD, University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine, Pennsylvania.
“Everyone has some anxiety now and then. But when it’s elevated and/or chronic, it may have an effect on your vasculature years down the road,” Dr. Lambiase said….