Tag: Heart

Insomnia Raises Heart Attack Risk by 69%

Insomnia Raises Heart Attack Risk by 69%

People who experience insomnia were 69% more likely to have a heart attack compared to those who didn’t have the sleep disorder during an average nine years of follow-up, according to a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology.  In addition, when looking at sleep duration as an objective measure of

Key Factors that Predict Heart Risks in OSA Patients

Key Factors that Predict Heart Risks in OSA Patients

Key Factors That Predict Heart Risks in OSA Patients Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), a condition where breathing interruptions occur during sleep, has long been linked to an increased risk of cardiovascular problems. Recent research, partially supported by the National Institutes of Health, has shed light on the mechanism responsible for this connection, highlighting key factors