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Jun26

Scientists explore how high blood pressure hurts cognition

June 26, 2018

Scientists explore how high blood pressure hurts cognition.

Jun08

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Star-shaped cells help blood vessels in the brain keep a grip on a healthy tone

June 8, 2015

A star-shaped brain cell called an astrocyte appears to help keep blood pressure and blood flow inside the brain on a healthy, even keel, scientists report. Like a health-care worker keeping tabs on a patient’s blood pressure, the finger-like...

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