Is your Blood Pressure due to the morning alarm?

While a temporary rise in blood pressure is normal, an exaggerated morning surge can be risky, especially if it happens everyday. Studies have linked high morning blood pressure surges to a greater chance of heart attacks and strokes, especially in people who already have heart disease or hypertension. The risk is even higher if you sleep less than seven hours (and are hence dependent on the alarm), as inadequate sleep itself can increase blood pressure and cardiovascular risk