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Short people at higher risk of heart problems

LONDON -- Short people have a 50 percent higher risk of having a heart problem or dying from one than tall people, a new study says, though weight, blood pressure and smoking habits remain more important factors. Previous studies have suggested a link between height and heart problems. This is the first major review of such studies confirming the relationship.

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