1. In this retrospective cohort study, five risk factors (body mass index, systolic blood pressure, non–high-density lipoprotein cholesterol, current smoking, and diabetes) contributed to increased incidence of cardiovascular disease. 2. These factors were also noted to increase the risk of death from any cause. Evidence Rating Level: 2 (Good) Study Rundown: Modifiable risk factors such
Experts estimate that vaccines against Covid-19 have saved millions of lives during the pandemic, yet false information about their safety continues to surface online. During a September 2023 event at the European Parliament, US cardiologist Peter McCullough claimed that mRNA vaccines have caused a "wave" of severe health effects and called for them to be banned. A video of the address has circulated widely in several countries, including South Africa. However, AFP Fact Check spoke with experts
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