Heart risk factors, not heart disease itself, may increase odds of COVID-19 death
Oct 4, 2022
A new study helps clarify the connections between pre-existing heart disease and death from COVID-19.
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How to keep 'vaccine fatigue' from getting in the way of a flu shot
Sep 23, 2022
Many people may be tired of hearing about vaccines, but health experts say it's a crucial part of protecting yourself and your family from not only the flu, but cardiovascular complications, too.
Blood clot risk remains elevated nearly a year after COVID-19
Sep 19, 2022
People who had COVID-19 early in the pandemic had a heightened risk of clots up to 49 weeks later, according to a large study from England and Wales.
Myocarditis from COVID-19 booster rare, but risk highest among teen boys, young men
Sep 6, 2022
Cases of myocarditis – an inflammation of the heart muscle – following a third dose of the Pfizer vaccine are rare and typically mild, research from Israel shows.
COVID-19 infection poses higher risk for myocarditis than vaccines
Aug 22, 2022
The overall risk of myocarditis was higher immediately after being infected with COVID-19 than in the weeks after vaccination for the coronavirus, new research shows.
Rethink what you thought you knew about COVID-19 reinfection
Jul 20, 2022
The latest omicron subvariants are proving adept at reinfecting people – even those sickened recently. Here's what people with heart disease and stroke should know.
People from 'socially vulnerable' counties hospitalized for COVID-19 had more heart problems, higher death rates
Jul 18, 2022
People hospitalized for COVID-19 were more likely to die or experience serious heart problems if they came from the most socially vulnerable counties, new research shows.
College athletes rarely develop heart problems one year after having COVID-19
May 12, 2022
College athletes who keep playing sports after having COVID-19 have a low risk of developing heart problems, according to new research that suggests stringent cardiac testing isn't necessary.
Confused about COVID-19 boosters? Experts answer 6 common questions
Apr 22, 2022
Experts get it – the new guidance for another COVID-19 booster is confusing. Here's what has changed, and what hasn't.
Future of COVID-19 vaccines brings high hopes, familiar obstacles
Apr 15, 2022
The pandemic may be just the beginning for new vaccine tech, but the fight against the coronavirus will require more, experts say.