Flu Shots may help Venous Disease
When we think of flu shots, the first thing that comes to mind is long lines, a painful prick and well the flu. The American Heart Association released a
report saying that the standard influenza shot (flu shot) may reduce venous clot risk. According to Dr. Joseph Emmerich of the AHA,
"In a case-control study, adults who got their immunizations were 26% less likely to develop venous thromboembolism over the next year."
The results from the AHA's report also said that people aged 52 and above had the best results for lowering risks.
The study released by Emmerich outlines a number of possibilities why the flu vaccine could help
DVT cases and varicose veins. Emmerich said, "
For one, patients vaccinated might spend fewer days bedridden-a known cause of deep vein thrombosis. Another possibility is that reductions in VTE were directly linked to reduced influenza infections and associated systemic inflammation, which could serve as a catalyst for embolic events."
So this cold season you may want to consider getting a flu shot to help prevent venous disease and sick days.
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