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Plasma progranulin levels are correlated with left ventricular function recovery following myocardial infarction
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AHA: More Moderate-to-Vigorous Exercise Tied to Lower Risk for A-Fib
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THURSDAY, Nov. 14, 2024 (HealthDay News) -- Higher amounts of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity (MVPA) are inversely associated with a lower risk for incident atrial fibrillation, according to a study scheduled for presentation at the American Heart...
Delaying Noncardiac Surgery for Several Months After Heart Attack Found to Be Safer
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