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Study Reveals 23% Cortisol Spike Fuels Monday Anxiety

7/15/2025

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A revealing study from the University of Hong Kong uncovers that older adults suffer from heightened "Monday Anxiety," spiking cortisol levels by 23%. This chronic stress not only lingers for months but also correlates with a staggering 19% increase in heart attacks on Mondays. Tackling this issue could be vital for enhancing heart health among the elderly.

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A revealing study from the University of Hong Kong uncovers that older adults suffer from heightened "Monday Anxiety," spiking cortisol levels by 23%. This chronic stress not only lingers for months but also correlates with a staggering 19% increase in heart attacks on Mondays. Tackling this issue could be vital for enhancing heart health among the elderly.