COVID-19 could increase the risk of major cardiac events, like strokes and heart attacks, or death from any cause, according to a new study.

In the nearly three years following the acute infection in 2020, the study’s authors found double the risk of heart attack, stroke, and death compared with the uninfected group. Somewhat surprisingly, the elevated risks did not abate over the three years of study, suggesting a problematic staying effect.

A new study published this week found severe COVID-19 infections from the first wave of the pandemic could double the risk of heart attack and stroke.

A prior COVID infection could make you more susceptible to heart attack, stroke or death, according to a new study from Cleveland Clinic and the University of Southern California.

Research indicates that COVID-19 survivors face doubled risks of severe cardiac events for years after recovery, especially if hospitalized. People with A, B, or AB blood types are particularly vulnerable,