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Light activity may reduce stroke and death risk in atrial fibrillation

A large Norwegian study suggests that even modest physical activity may help reduce the risk of stroke and premature death in people with atrial fibrillation, challenging the idea that meaningful cardiovascular protection requires intense exercise.

Light activity may reduce stroke and death risk in atrial fibrillation

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A large Norwegian study suggests that even modest physical activity may help reduce the risk of stroke and premature death in people with atrial fibrillation, challenging the idea that meaningful...

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A large Norwegian study suggests that even modest physical activity may help reduce the risk of stroke and premature death in people with atrial fibrillation, challenging the idea that meaningful cardiovascular protection requires intense exercise.

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A large Norwegian study suggests that even modest physical activity may help reduce the risk of stroke and premature death in people with atrial fibrillation, challenging the idea that meaningful cardiovascular protection requires intense exercise.

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