Suboptimal Sleep Patterns Raise Death Risk

New findings link changing or irregular sleep durations over time to increased risk of early mortality, especially in underserved communities.

Mar 24, 2025

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Topline

A large U.S. cohort study found that adults with unstable or consistently suboptimal sleep durations had up to a 29% higher risk of all-cause mortality, with notable impacts seen across socioeconomic and racial groups.

Study Details

The study, led by Dr. Kelsie M. Full of Vanderbilt University Medical Center, analyzed the long-term sleep patterns o…

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