Catch Those Zzz’s

by Tina Mason, MSN, APRN, AOCN, AOCNS

Everyone needs a good night of sleep – and on a regular basis. Both good quantity and good quality sleep are essential for good health.

The reverse is also true. Research has shown that poor sleep habits can have a negative effect on a person’s health. For example, poor sleep habits can lead to an increased risk of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure, and stroke. In addition, poor sleep can affect memory, concentration, and productivity, and can lead to a higher incidence of workplace and roadway accidents. 

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