Financial stress may age heart faster than traditional risk factors

A Mayo Clinic study involving over 280,000 adults links financial stress to accelerated heart aging, suggesting it as a significant social risk factor alongside high blood pressure and diabetes. Dr. Leana Wen highlighted that financial stress could compound with clinical risk factors, worsening cardiovascular health. Certified financial therapist Rick Kahler recommended separating emotions from financial issues and taking small, manageable steps to reduce stress and potentially lower cardiovascular risk.