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New research has revealed that influenza can double the risk of having a heart attack or stroke. The research has shown that the risk of suffering a heart attack or stroke doubled within a week of falling ill with influenza. People with Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) have been urged to be vaccinated against influenza each year as it could save their life. See http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2007/12/071205190859.htm Content Updated ( Tuesday, 18 December 2007 ) |