infectious heart disease

Could Heart Attacks Be Infectious? Shocking New Research Reveals A Hidden Trigger

New research from Finland and the UK reveals that heart attacks may be triggered by hidden bacterial infections inside artery plaques. These bacteria can lie dormant for decades before being “activated” by a virus or trigger, sparking deadly inflammation. The discovery could change heart disease treatment forever, even opening the door to vaccines.

Sep 09, 2025, 13:30 PM IST