VEINS are critical in the body to carry both oxygenated and deoxygenated blood from tissues back to and from the heart. Due to the important role they play, maintaining healthy veins is vital and helps to maintain overall health and avoid painful conditions such as deep vein thrombosis and varicose veins. Dr Peter Finigan spoke exclusively to Express.co.uk on how individuals can tell if they have unhealthy veins and warns of the one common body position that could lead to vein trouble.
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