Calcium transport into and out of the mitochondria – the powerhouses of cells – is central to cellular energy production and cell death. To maintain calcium balance in these powerhouses, […]
Physical activity is thought to extend the human lifespan, but Finnish twin studies have found that the longevity benefits of physical activity may not be as clear-cut as previously thought.
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People with fat deposits hidden in their muscles have a higher risk of dying or being hospitalized from a heart attack or heart failure, regardless of their body mass index.
Blood vessels run through the entire body and transport nutrients and oxygen through the circulating blood. During vascularization, cells first form local lumens, which then fuse to form a continuous
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Three common cardiovascular diseases in adults – heart failure, atrial fibrillation and coronary artery disease – are associated with cognitive impairment and an increased risk of dementia. This is according
If doctors want to know more about a patient’s risk of cardiovascular disease, they can order a cardiac stress test. But when it comes to stroke risk, there is no
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