Election stress linked to higher risk of arrhythmias and heart attacks, study finds

Elections can create heightened stress that may affect cardiovascular health, according to recent research. The study highlights a link between the emotional strain of voting periods and increased heart risk.

Data from the 2016 and 2020 elections showed a noticeable rise in arrhythmias in the weeks surrounding the vote and a spike in hospital admissions for heart attacks immediately after Election Day.

Experts caution that even short-term spikes in blood pressure or irregular heart rhythms can be dangerous for people with existing heart conditions, underscoring the need for stress management during politically charged times.