A new Clinical Consensus Statement from the European Society of Cardiology emphasizes the importance of vaccination in preventing cardiovascular events. Evidence suggests vaccines against influenza, COVID-19, pneumococcus, and others can lower risks of heart attack, stroke, and failure. Infections lead to inflammation and plaque destabilization, raising cardiovascular risk. Studies show significant reductions in adverse events linked to vaccination, suggesting a need for integration into routine cardiovascular care. Higher vaccination rates among patients with cardiovascular diseases could ultimately reduce mortality rates tied to heart diseases.

Source: European Heart Journal