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Better Heart Health Linked to Lower Risk of Severe COVID-19

Study in Journal of the American Heart Association finds that high heart health scores, using Life's Essential 8, reduce risk of severe COVID-19 hospitalization or death by 46%.

This matters because it shows that maintaining good heart health through simple lifestyle changes—like regular physical activity, a healthy diet, and adequate sleep—can significantly reduce the risk of severe outcomes from COVID-19 and potentially other infections. For the general public, it highlights that heart health is not just about preventing long-term cardiovascular disease but also about building immediate resilience against viral threats. With COVID-19 causing over a million U.S. deaths, these findings offer a proactive, accessible strategy to lower personal risk, emphasizing that prevention starts before the next pandemic hits.