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Tachycardia: When the Heart Races, Should You Worry?

Tachycardia, characterized by an accelerated heart rate, often raises concerns. When the heart’s beats exceed 100 per minute at rest, it’s classified as tachycardia. While sometimes benign, this condition can also signal underlying issues. Let’s delve into the various aspects of tachycardia with more detailed examples. Different forms of tachycardia …

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4 Scientific research fellowships_MorphoPlay

The Polytechnic of Leiria is now opening applications for 4 (four) scientific research fellowship (BII) within the project “MorphoPlay – Playful strategies for assessing morphological knowledge (2022.02585.PTDC)”, financed by Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT), in the following terms: . SCIENTIFIC AREA: Health – Medical and Health Sciences; …

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Osteoarthritis: Lizard Tails Unlock New Treatment Avenues

Researchers have identified key cells and mechanisms behind the regenerative capabilities of lizard tails. Their ability to rebuild cartilage opens up new treatment possibilities for osteoarthritis. Lizards are among the few vertebrates capable of regenerating cartilage without it turning into bone, a skill that enables them to regrow their tails …

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