The coronavirus pandemic has caused a surge in the number of cases of broken heart syndrome otherwise known as stress cardiomyopathy.
This is according to a study conducted by research experts at a Cleveland Clinic in the United States of America.
A spokesperson for Pharma Dynamics SA’s largest provider of heart medication, Nicole Jennings, said the findings can be attributed to the extended lockdown period, having to self-isolate, cancelling special events and not seeing family and friends for an extended period.
She said the effects of the pandemic has ultimately had a profound impact on our hearts.
Jennings said while most cases of broken heart syndrome are triggered by severe stress and extreme emotions, the pandemic has caused severe psychological, social and economic stress in people’s lives all over the world.
Broken heart syndrome is a temporary heart condition that's often brought on by stressful situations and extreme emotions.
