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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Science
Vishwam Sankaran

INSANE: Chinese scientists claim important breakthrough in developing vaccine for stroke and heart attack | Vintage Vibes

Scientists in China have developed a potential vaccine to prevent the build-up of plaque in arteries that can lead to blood clots, stroke and heart attacks.

The build-up of fatty plaque in arteries, a condition known as atherosclerosis, is one of the leading causes of death worldwide. The eventual hardening of arteries from inflammation can block the blood flow and lead to a stroke, aneurysm or heart attack.

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