Saudi Heart Association Position Statement on Adult Vaccinations for Patients With Cardiovascular Diseases.

Authors

Waleed Alhabeeb, Fayssal M Farahat, Majid M Alshamrani, Raed Aldahash, Mohamed S Al-Moamary, Mohammed Balghith, Yassmin Hanfi

Published in

Journal of the Saudi Heart Association. Volume 37. Issue 4. Pages 12. Epub Nov 13, 2025.

Abstract

Cardiovascular diseases (CVDs) remain the leading cause of mortality worldwide. Individuals with CVD are particularly vulnerable to severe complications from vaccine-preventable infections; however, adult vaccination continues to be underutilized.
A multidisciplinary expert panel from the Saudi Heart Association (SHA) conducted a comprehensive literature review and a series of consensus meetings to develop evidence-based recommendations for adult immunization in patients with CVD.
Evidence from randomized trials, observational studies, and real-world data supports the role of vaccines in reducing the risk of major adverse cardiovascular events in individuals with CVD. The SHA recommends the implementation of age-appropriate vaccinations against influenza, COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), herpes zoster, pneumococcal disease and meningococcal disease as an integral component of cardiovascular care. Recommendations emphasize routine vaccine assessment, integration into cardiology practice, healthcare provider engagement, patient education, and leveraging high-risk periods such as Hajj and Umrah for vaccination outreach.

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