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Webinar - Cardiorespiratory crossroads Integrating influenza, coronavirus and heart health

Viral infections such as influenza and COVID-19 are more than respiratory illnesses — they are powerful drivers of cardiovascular disease. This World Heart Federation webinar brings together global experts to explore the intersection between viral infections and heart health, highlighting new research, prevention strategies, and the role of vaccination in reducing cardiovascular risk. 🎙 Speakers Dr. Larry Sperling, Emory University School of Medicine – on influenza, COVID-19, and the “fourth pillar” of cardiovascular prevention: vaccination. Dr. Kavita Singh, University of Heidelberg & Centre for Chronic Disease Control – presenting results from the WHF Global COVID-19 and Cardiovascular Disease Study, spanning 16 countries. Moderator: Sean Taylor, Director of Science and Public Health, World Heart Federation 💡 Key topics covered: • How influenza and COVID-19 increase cardiovascular risk • The bidirectional relationship between infection and heart disease • Global evidence from low- and middle-income countries on long-COVID and CVD • Why vaccination is a critical tool for heart protection • Practical actions for cardiologists, primary care providers, and health systems • Addressing vaccine hesitancy with safety, trust, and communication 🌍 Presented by the World Heart Federation, with support from Pfizer and Sanofi, this session underscores the urgent need for integrated, preventive strategies to safeguard global heart health. 🔑 Keywords: cardiovascular disease, COVID-19, influenza, long COVID, heart health, World Heart Federation, vaccination, cardiology, global health, viral infections, prevention, epidemiology, Dr. Kavita Singh, Dr. Larry Sperling, Heidelberg University, Emory University, WHF webinar ***************** The World Heart Federation (WHF) unites the cardiovascular community and drives the agenda to reduce the global burden of cardiovascular disease and help people live longer, healthier lives. Together with our Members, we are working to end needless deaths and build global commitment for improved cardiovascular health at the global, regional, national and community levels. We believe in a world where heart health for everyone is a fundamental human right. ➡️ WEBSITE: www.worldheart.org ➡️ TWITTER: @worldheartfed ➡️ FACEBOOK: World Heart ➡️ LINKEDIN: World Heart Federation ➡️ INSTAGRAM: @worldheartfederation ➡️ TIKTOK: @worldheartfederation