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Geomagnetic Storms Linked to Surge in Women's Heart Attacks

9/30/2025

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Brazil's National Institute for Space Research (INPE) links geomagnetic storms to a nearly threefold rise in heart attacks among women 31-60.
The 1998-2005 hospital records study found a correlation between disturbed magnetic conditions and heart attacks.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) warns of increased solar activity since 2008, while the Earth's magnetic field protects against harmful solar radiation.

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Brazil's National Institute for Space Research (INPE) links geomagnetic storms to a nearly threefold rise in heart attacks among women 31-60.
The 1998-2005 hospital records study found a correlation between disturbed magnetic conditions and heart attacks.
National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) warns of increased solar activity since 2008, while the Earth's magnetic field protects against harmful solar radiation.