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Lets talk about something that's very close to our hearts - heart attacks. If you or someone you know had a heart attack, it can be scary and life-changing. Remember, you're not alone. Millions around the world have heart disease. But what if I told you that researchers have found a potential solution to prevent heart attack damage and improve survival rates for heart attack victims? So, sit back, relax, and let's dive in.
Scientists have discovered a protein, called Hi1a, found in the venom of Fraser Island funnel web spiders (K'gari), that can stop the "death signal" sent from the heart after an attack. This signal is caused by reduced blood flow and oxygen to the heart muscle, which can lead to acidification and ultimately cell death. But Hi1a blocks acid-sensing ion channels in the heart, reducing cell death and improving survival.
What's even more amazing is that Hi1a has already been tested on human heart cells experiencing heart attack stresses and has shown promising results. This small protein could potentially be administered by ambulance first responders to heart attack victims, transforming outcomes for heart disease.
But that's not all. The same protein has also been shown to reduce brain damage even when administered up to 8 hours after stroke onset. And, it could even help transport donor hearts over longer distances, expanding the pool of donors and recipients for heart transplants.
This breakthrough research could change the game for heart disease and stroke patients, and human clinical trials for heart disease and stroke are expected to begin in just 2-3 years. So let's keep our fingers crossed for more good news to come!
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