Blood Type and Your Heart's Health

OneEyedDiva

OneEyedDiva

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First of all I found this article informative as far as explaining what the different blood types mean. I always wondered about that. The article goes on to explain how different blood types can increase risk or protect us from certain ailments.
"People with type A, type B or type AB blood are more likely than people with type O to have a heart attack or experience heart failure, according to the American Heart Association."
The article also mirrors the theory that possibly people with type O blood have a decreased risk of serious complications from COVID, which I've read about in other articles, some of which suggest Type O people may have some measure of immunity or be less likely to catch COVID
"Guggenheim also thinks this may describe the anecdotal (but inconclusive) decrease in risk of severe COVID-19 disease in people with type O blood, which has inspired research. Severe COVID-19 disease often causes heart problems, blood clotting and other cardiovascular issues."https://www.cnet.com/health/medical...-means-for-heart-health-according-to-science/
 

Pecos said:
I will read it more closely tomorrow, but I tend to take these kind of things with a grain of salt. Some hard statistic would help me a lot.
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I know what you mean. Let me know what you think after you've had time to read it thoroughly.
 

I've seen a couple of similar reports which also indicate the "advantages" of Type O, when it comes to Covid. This research is still in its infancy, and will take quite some time to verify.

There are also some studies showing those with a greater risk for serious illness and/or death, due to Covid. Initially, it look like those facing the greatest risk are Either Obese, or Diabetic....and someone who is Both is the most likely to suffer.
 
OneEyedDiva said:
I know what you mean. Let me know what you think after you've had time to read it thoroughly.
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I am going to accept it as having kernels of truth since it is coming from the American Heart Association. Personally, I would welcome being able to see the supporting statistics, especially their sample size, but I understand why they would be reluctant to publish that because people who are not well-versed in statistics tend to get sidetracked.

Don M. said:
I've seen a couple of similar reports which also indicate the "advantages" of Type O, when it comes to Covid. This research is still in its infancy, and will take quite some time to verify.

There are also some studies showing those with a greater risk for serious illness and/or death, due to Covid. Initially, it look like those facing the greatest risk are Either Obese, or Diabetic....and someone who is Both is the most likely to suffer.
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I strongly agree with Don M, there are other things at play that are bigger factors, and I would hate to see people think that their blood type provides them with a serious measure of protection.
 
OneEyedDiva said:
First of all I found this article informative as far as explaining what the different blood types mean. I always wondered about that. The article goes on to explain how different blood types can increase risk or protect us from certain ailments.
"People with type A, type B or type AB blood are more likely than people with type O to have a heart attack or experience heart failure, according to the American Heart Association."
The article also mirrors the theory that possibly people with type O blood have a decreased risk of serious complications from COVID, which I've read about in other articles, some of which suggest Type O people may have some measure of immunity or be less likely to catch COVID
"Guggenheim also thinks this may describe the anecdotal (but inconclusive) decrease in risk of severe COVID-19 disease in people with type O blood, which has inspired research. Severe COVID-19 disease often causes heart problems, blood clotting and other cardiovascular issues."https://www.cnet.com/health/medical...-means-for-heart-health-according-to-science/
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My ex, Karen, is a microbiologist. She is a cancer researcher. I was around her and her buddies while we were together. I am a writer...and I do have a science background. She used to have me review her grant proposals.

A long, long, long time ago, I was pre-med. Long story. Anyway...

My two cents here...is that they are now, just starting to dig into the real science behind COVID.

You get two kinds of publications. One is a hint that they might be on to something.

Another is the end result of years of research and corroborating peer-reviewed studies.

What I would guess (and it is just a rough guess) that the article above falls into the former category...they are learning stuff, they have hints of some specifics, but they are not yet in that end result kind of detailed conclusion based on a number of confirming studies.

That would be my best guess.

COVID is a pneumonia form. It is a more dangerous form of pneumonia than regular pneumonia. Regular pneumonia itself is quite serious.

My advice re COVID is very very very simple. Remain as cautious as you can, for as long as you. Engage every single protective measure you can, for as long as you can.

If cabin fever becomes an issue, yes, attend to it. But, you know, go for walks in nature, where few people are around. Avoid the most serious sources of possible infection.

My wife and I got Omicron in January. It was not mild or anything close. We were both very very ill. I was close to going into the hospital.

Now, I am only 61, but I have a bunch of very serious illnesses, including severe asthma. My wife had open heart surgery in 2019.

So, yes, we are more susceptible than the general population. But still...

If you are over 60...be extra cautious.

If you are over 60 with medical issues...be very very cautious.
 
Pecos said:
I am going to accept it as having kernels of truth since it is coming from the American Heart Association. Personally, I would welcome being able to see the supporting statistics, especially their sample size, but I understand why they would be reluctant to publish that because people who are not well-versed in statistics tend to get sidetracked.



I strongly agree with Don M, there are other things at play that are bigger factors, and I would hate to see people think that their blood type provides them with a serious measure of protection.
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" I would hate to see people think that their blood type provides them with a serious measure of protection." That is a valid concern and I cannot negate either of your thoughts about this. But personally, I've had a feeling for quite awhile that I may be immune, even before I read any of those articles. My blood type is )-RH+. Of course I'm vaccinated now ( not time for my booster). That being said, I'm still not throwing caution to the wind. I mask up and use the other recommended safety protocols.
 
OneEyedDiva said:
" I would hate to see people think that their blood type provides them with a serious measure of protection." That is a valid concern and I cannot negate either of your thoughts about this. But personally, I've had a feeling for quite awhile that I may be immune, even before I read any of those articles. My blood type is )-RH+. Of course I'm vaccinated now ( not time for my booster). That being said, I'm still not throwing caution to the wind. I mask up and use the other recommended safety protocols.
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Yes, exactly. There definitely are people in any population who are going to be perfectly immune to just about any illness.


The problem is that the science is probably at least one decade away from knowing who those folks are regarding COVID.

So, you know, err on the side of caution.

Stay cautious.
 

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