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Long-Term Beta-Blocker Use After Heart Attack Doesn’t Improve Heart Health

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Using beta-blockers for an extended period of time did not improve cardiovascular health or reduce the risk of additional heart attacks, according to a study published in the journal Heart. Image for illustration purposes
Using beta-blockers for an extended period of time did not improve cardiovascular health or reduce the risk of additional heart attacks, according to a study published in the journal Heart. Image for illustration purposes

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  • Beta-blockers are used to treat heart problems and high blood pressure and are commonly prescribed to people following a heart attack.
  • In a new study, researchers say long-term use of the medications following a heart attack doesn’t appear to improve cardiovascular health.
  • Experts say the observational study provides valuable information, but they note that beta-blockers are still beneficial for many people.

Using beta-blockers for an extended period of time did not improve cardiovascular health or reduce the risk of additional heart attacks, according to a study published in the journal Heart.

Follow the link below to read the full story on Medical News Today:

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/study-questions-long-term-beta-blocker-use-to-curb-further-heart-attack-risk?utm_source=Sailthru%20Email&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=MNT%20Daily%20News&utm_content=2023-05-04&apid=&rvid=4ba4ec80177cae00eabc43b8bc6648d598c4a356d104663735777e0a0f8b5c9f

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