Sleeping longer over the weekend may lower risk of heart attacks, study finds

A new study presented at the European Society of Cardiology suggests that sleeping in on weekends may reduce the risk of heart attacks by up to 20%. Analyzing data from nearly 91,000 UK Biobank participants over 14 years, researchers found that individuals who made up for lost sleep on weekends experienced notable heart-health benefits. While consistent sleep remains the gold standard, the findings offer encouraging news for those with demanding weekday schedules. Experts still emphasize the importance of regular, sufficient sleep throughout the week for overall long-term health.