Review and Meta-Analysis Show an Association Between Shingles Vaccination and Lower Risk of Heart Attack, Stroke

Shingles vaccine linked to 20% 'lower risk of heart attacks and strokes' in groundbreaking study

Receiving the shingles vaccination could slash the likelihood of experiencing a heart attack or stroke by as much as 20 per cent, groundbreaking research has revealed. The pioneering global systematic review discovered that adults aged 18 and over who received the jab showed an 18 per cent reduced risk of cardiovascular events.The results of the study, set to be presented at the European Society of Cardiology's annual conference in Madrid this w…

Vaccine against shingles could slash heart attack risk by a fifth, study shows - The Mirror

The vaccine used against shingles can reduce a person's chances of suffering a heart attack by fifth, according to a global review, amid growing evidence that jabs can help people with cardiovascular disease

Review and meta-analysis show an association between shingles vaccination and lower risk of heart attack, stroke

A new global systematic literature review and meta-analysis has shown that herpes zoster vaccination, used to prevent shingles, is associated with a statistically significant lower risk of heart attack and stroke.

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Shingles vaccine linked to heart attack and stroke prevention

The shingles vaccine is up to 97% effective in preventing the condition caused by the herpes zoster virus, which inflames nerves and causes painful rashes. Now, a new metastudy says it may also be a big help in boosting cardiovascular health.Continue ReadingCategory: Heart Disease, Illnesses and conditions, Body and MindTags: Cardiovascular disease, Heart Disease, Heart attack, Vaccines, Shingles, Stroke