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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Storm Newton

The small thing women can do to cut the risks of heart attacks and strokes

Heart health was tracked until the end of November 2022, with researchers collecting details of hospitals admissions or deaths from heart attack, stroke and heart failure. - (MUHC)

Experts have said that small bursts of exercise can reduce the risk of heart attacks, stroke and heart failure in women by up to 45%.

Researchers examined the effect of “vigorous intermittent lifestyle physical activity” – brief bouts of exertion that happen in everyday life – on heart health.

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