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cardiovascular system

American  
[kahr-dee-oh-vas-kyuhl-er sis-tuhm] / ˌkɑr di oʊˈvæs kjəl ər ˌsɪs təm /

noun

  • cardiovascular systems
    plural
  1. Anatomy. the system that includes the heart, blood, and blood vessels; circulatory system.


cardiovascular system Scientific  

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Plant based diets support health in several ways, including benefits for the gut, immune system, metabolism, and cardiovascular system.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 15, 2026

It can also harm a person’s cardiovascular system and lead to high blood pressure or increased heart rate, studies show.

From The Wall Street Journal ● May 24, 2026

Research suggests heat can also help the cardiovascular system, ease stiff joints and even help with our sleep.

From BBC ● May 2, 2026

Dr. O'Connor explained that heat places extra demands on the cardiovascular system.

From Science Daily ● Feb. 11, 2026

Blood was pooling in my lower body because my cardiovascular system had forgotten what it was like to pump blood “uphill,” there being neither “up” nor “down” in space.

From "Flying to the Moon: An Astronaut's Story" by Michael Collins

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