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Why living in high altitudes raises depression, suicide risks

New York: People living in the high-altitude areas have increased rates of suicide and depression, possibly due to reduced oxygen levels in their blood, finds a study. Chronic hypobaric hypoxia — a condition whereby blood oxygen levels gets reduced due to low atmospheric pressure — may affect the mood and suicidal thoughts of a person living […]

  • Wednesday, 07 July 2021
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