Researchers study how extreme heat impacts heart disease, targeting mitochondria to develop protective drugs as heatwaves intensify.

A University of Auckland study investigates how extreme heat affects heart disease, focusing on mitochondria's role. With 180,000 New Zealanders already suffering from heart disease, the research aims to develop drugs to improve mitochondrial function under heat stress, potentially preventing heart failure. The study highlights the urgent need for better adaptation measures as climate change exacerbates heatwaves.

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