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Most people experience cardiac arrest early in morning, say experts

Doctors have often attributed a cardiac arrest to factors like diabetes, hypertension, smoking and alcohol intake, along with erratic lifestyle and lack of sleep

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In the past few months, there has been a massive surge in cardiac arrest cases. It can strike anyone at any time. However, many experts believe that most people experience cardiac arrest during the early hours of the day.

According to a report published in The Indian Express, a study by researchers at Brigham and Women's Hospital and the Oregon Health and Science University, our body's internal clock is to be blamed. Dr Niti Chadha Negi, Senior Consultant Cardiologist, Metro Heart Hospital, Faridabad, said, "During the day, we are more alert and efficient, but we use all our energy and

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