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Developed for busy clinicians, JACC Journals podcasts provide key insights into top cardiovascular science published in the JACC family of Journals. The JACC Podcast features article summaries recorded by Valentin Fuster, MD, PhD, MACC, from each weekly issue of JACC. 

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Excess Mortality and Hospitalizations Associated with Seasonal Influenza in Patients with Heart Failure

Dec 9, 2024

In this podcast, Dr. Valentin Fuster discusses a study on the significant impact of seasonal influenza on mortality and hospitalizations among patients with heart failure. The research highlights that influenza is responsible for substantial excess deaths and hospitalizations in this vulnerable group, emphasizing the need for better vaccination uptake and preventive measures to reduce these risks.