Karnataka Panel Finds No Link Between Sudden Cardiac Deaths and Covid Vaccine
- An expert committee in Karnataka found no link between sudden cardiac deaths and prior Covid-19 infection or vaccination, stating that current data does not support the belief that long Covid is responsible for the rise in sudden cardiovascular events among the young.
- Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao stated that there is no negative impact of the Covid vaccine on heart health, clarifying that remarks on vaccines causing heart attacks were not intended to mislead.
- The committee’s investigation suggested that traditional risk factors like high blood pressure and diabetes are more likely causes of sudden cardiac deaths, with additional contributors including smoking.
- The report recommended establishing a statewide surveillance system for sudden cardiac deaths, along with early heart health screenings in schools.
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Karnataka panel finds no link between sudden cardiac deaths and Covid vaccine
A Karnataka government panel has found no evidence linking sudden cardiac deaths to Covid-19 or vaccination. The report attributes the rise to multiple risk factors and recommends statewide screening, surveillance, and long-term cardiovascular research.
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No impact of Covid vaccines on sudden deaths & heart attacks, says Karnataka Health Minister - tennews.in: National News Portal
Bengaluru, July 7 (IANS) Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Monday said that there was no negative impact of Covid vaccines in the cases of sudden deaths or heart attack cases in the state. “There is no reason to believe such claims. Global research is available, Indian research is available, and the committee appointed […] The post No impact of Covid vaccines on sudden deaths & heart attacks, says Karnataka Health Minister appeared f…
No impact of Covid vaccines on sudden deaths & heart attacks, says...
Last Updated on July 7, 2025 by Team THIP Bengaluru, July 7 (IANS) Karnataka Health Minister Dinesh Gundu Rao on Monday said that there was no negative impact of Covid vaccines in the cases of sudden deaths or heart attack cases in the state. “There is no reason to believe such claims. Global research is […] The post No impact of Covid vaccines on sudden deaths & heart attacks, says Karnataka Health Minister appeared first on THIP Media.
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