Heart Disease and Adult Vaccination

People with heart disease and those who have had a stroke are at risk from developing serious complications from flu. Studies have shown that for people with heart disease, influenza is associated with an increase of heart attacks and stroke.

People who have heart disease should be up to date with pneumococcal vaccination to protect with pneumococcal diseases such as pneumonia, meningitis, and bloodstream infections. Pneumococcal pneumonia is a serious complication that can cause death.

There may be other vaccines recommended for people who have heart disease based on lifestyle, travel habits, and other factors. Getting vaccinated is an important step in staying healthy.