Darryl Leong, ESC 2021 – Cardiometabolic Risk Factors and COVID-19

Dr Darryl Leong (Cardiologist, The Population Health Research Institute, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON, Canada) kindly shared his thoughts on the association between cardiometabolic risk factors and COVID-19 outcomes from the virtual ESC Congress 2021.

Questions

1. What has recent data taught us about the association between cardiometabolic risk factors and COVID-19 outcomes? (0.15)
2. On the basis of these findings, what interventions may improve COVID-19 outcomes? (1.34)
3. Could you tell us a little about your recent analysis investigating cardiovascular risk factors and number-needed-to-vaccinate to prevent death? (3.13)
4. What are the key take-home messages of your presentation? (6.14)

Speaker disclosures: Dr Darryl Leong has nothing to disclose in relation to this video.

Support: Interview and filming supported by Touch Medical Media and conducted by Heather Hall.

Filmed during a remote video call with Dr Darryl Leong as a highlight of ESC 2021, August 2021.