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Chronic stress, or a constant stress experienced over a prolonged period of time, can contribute to long-term problems for heart and <em>blood</em> vessels. The consistent and ongoing increase in heart rate, and the elevated levels of stress hormones and of <em>blood </em>pressure, can take a toll on the body.
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