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This macrophage is busy capturing bacteria, but its relatives may be helping your heart beat.

The Science Picture Company/Alamy Stock Photo Immune cells unexpectedly help the heart keep its beat By Mitch LeslieApr. 20, 2017 , 12:00 PM The immune cells known as macrophages have a long to-do list in our bodies. They defend us from bacteria, coax wounds to heal, and perform other vital tasks. A surprising new study […]