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Atherosclerosis, a process where a gradual buildup of plaque happens in the walls of the arteries, is a red flag. This sticky plaque, made of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other substances, builds up in the artery, and the wall grows thicker and harder. As a result, the coronary arteries narrow, reducing blood flow to your heart muscle, which can then lead to a heart attack. Plaque buildup in the arteries was thought to be somewhat permanent, and the treatment options are limited to medications, stents, or surgery. However, Dr. Vassily Eliopoulos, M.D., a board-certified emergency medicine doctor from New York, with a focus on longevity, says plaque buildup isn’t permanent. He also suggests some effective measures beyond stents and surgery that will help to reduce plaque buildup.

Tragedy struck the 'Emily in Paris' set in Italy as assistant director Diego Borella, 47, passed away while preparing for the fifth season's final scene in Venice. Borella collapsed at Hotel Danieli, and despite medical efforts, he was declared dead at the scene on Friday. The Venice health service confirmed the emergency.