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Depression and incidence of inflammation-related physical health conditions: a cohort study in UK Biobank

  • By

  • Shuvajit Saha

  • Regina Prigge

  • Caroline A. Jackson

  • Prof Bruce Guthrie

  • Kelly J. Fleetwood

  • October 2, 2025

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    Depression affects approximately 300 million people globally and is linked to increased risks of various physical health conditions.

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    Chronic low-grade inflammation is suggested to play a crucial role in the association between depression and physical health issues.

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    The UK Biobank study found that individuals with depression exhibited higher systemic inflammation levels compared to those without.

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    Depression may precede and enhance pro-inflammatory cytokines, contributing to the development of cardiometabolic diseases.

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    The study aims to investigate the relationship between depression and multiple inflammation-related physical health conditions.

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Depression and incidence of inflammation-related physical health conditions: a cohort study in UK Biobank

  • by Shuvajit Saha, Regina Prigge, Caroline A. Jackson, Prof Bruce Guthrie, Kelly J. Fleetwood

  • October 2, 2025

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