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Re-Release: Study finds bipolar disorder surpasses smoking in mortality risk
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This episode originally aired on January 12, 2024.
A large study shows having bipolar disorder is associated with a four- to six-fold risk of dying prematurely, suggesting more preventive efforts needed.
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The transcript for this episode can be found here.
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