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Chronic stress may be quietly reshaping your heart

Source: Science Daily - Health & Medicine • Published: 21 Sept 2026, 11:35

Summarized by Masters of Longevity from Science Daily - Health & Medicine.

Reports links between chronic inflammation from stress, lifestyle, and socioeconomic factors and long-term silent changes in heart health, suggesting earlier detection may prevent events.

Chronic stress may be quietly reshaping your heart
Key Takeaways
  • People with the highest inflammation levels had a 43% greater risk of heart attack and stroke.
  • The study links gene–environment interactions to cytokine-mediated inflammation influencing cardiovascular risk.
  • Authors propose that earlier testing and anti-inflammatory treatments could help prevent serious heart disease.
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