The Impact of COVID on Heart Health: Insights from Medical Professionals

COVID-19 can have various impacts on the cardiovascular system, ranging from mild issues to major heart complications. While the exact mechanisms are unclear, increased inflammation and low oxygen levels are believed to play a role. Older individuals, those with preexisting cardiovascular disease, and people with conditions like high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes are at higher risk. Heart problems associated with COVID-19 include inflammation, irregular heartbeat, postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS), and heart attack complications. Long COVID can also lead to cardiovascular symptoms. It is important to prioritize heart health by managing risk factors such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity, and adopting a healthy lifestyle with exercise, a balanced diet, and quitting smoking.