The influenza virus isn't just a respiratory illness;⁤ it can have a profound ⁤impact on cardiovascular health. Recent research and statements from organizations like the German Heart Foundation eV and the Mönchengladbach Municipal Clinics highlight a significant link between flu infection and an increased risk of heart⁤ attack, stroke, and other cardiovascular complications.

here's how⁤ the flu affects ⁤the heart:

Vaccination ⁣is the most effective way to protect⁤ yourself against the flu⁢ and, consequently, ⁣reduce⁣ your risk of cardiovascular complications.The Mönchengladbach Municipal Clinics ⁤- Elisabeth Hospital Rheydt strongly recommend ⁤vaccination to minimize this risk.

Benefits of Flu ⁢Vaccination for Heart Health:

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends that