The health system conducted a survey as part of its Heart, Vascular and Thoracic Institute’s “Love your Heart” campaign in celebration of American Heart Month. Researchers polled a national sample of 1,000 Americans ages 18 and up.
Key findings:
- Sixty-five percent of survey respondents reported higher levels of stress due to the pandemic, with increased stress levels significantly higher among those under 57, those who have a family member who has died from heart disease and Black Americans.
- Top issues included shortness of breath, dizziness, increased blood pressure and chest pain.
- About 27 percent of survey respondents who have tested positive for COVID-19 report their diagnosis impacted their heart health.
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