Light exposure at night and cardiovascular disease incidence

JAMA Network Open

2025-10-23

(Press-News.org) About The Study: In this cohort study, night light exposure was a significant risk factor for developing cardiovascular diseases among adults older than 40 years. These findings suggest that, in addition to current preventive measures, avoiding light at night may be a useful strategy for reducing risks of cardiovascular diseases.

Corresponding Author: To contact the corresponding author, Daniel P. Windred, PhD, email daniel.windred@flinders.edu.au.

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