beating. When this happens, blood flow to the brain and other vital organs ceases. A person will lose consciousness and stop breathing. Without immediate intervention like CPR or a shock from a defibrillator, it is fatal within minutes. In Europe, it’s responsible for about half of all heart-related deaths, highlighting the severity of this medical emergency.
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Uncovering the Link
Researchers were investigating two widely used blood pressure medications called calcium channel blockers: nifedipine and amlodipine. Both work by relaxing your blood vessels to help blood flow more easily. In
