00:00What if the most dangerous threat to your heart is happening while you sleep?
00:03New research shows a hidden combo may quietly raise blood pressure and trigger heart disease.
00:09It's the mix of insomnia and sleep apnea.
00:12And together, they create a risk far more serious than either one alone.
00:17Scientists call it CAMISA.
00:18And in a study of nearly one million U.S. veterans, this combo stood out as a major danger.
00:24Here's why.
00:25Your heart needs the night to recover, but insomnia keeps your brain alert.
00:29Sleep apnea keeps your body gasping.
00:32And those constant interruptions stop your cardiovascular system from resetting.
00:37Experts compare it to bailing water from a boat while a huge leak keeps pouring in.
00:41You fix one problem, but ignore the other.
00:44And the heart pays the price.
00:46Over time, this leads to higher blood pressure, higher strain,
00:49and a higher chance of heart disease, much earlier than most people expect.
00:54The good news.
00:56Both conditions are treatable.
00:57And catching them early could completely change your long-term heart health.
01:02So if your nights feel broken, your heart might be sending you a warning you shouldn't ignore.
01:06Any more.
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