Getting enough sleep is crucial for a child’s development and overall health. One of our Healthy People 2030 national goals is to ensure that at least 70% of children are getting sufficient sleep, but the latest data puts us at 64.8% and trending downward. Here...
According to the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC), “there is no precise number of minutes or hours of sleep at night that guarantees you will wake up feeling totally refreshed.” That’s because the quality of your sleep is also...
Sleep: The Overlooked Pillar of Health When it comes to improving overall health, five daily behaviors stand out for their broad impact: eating enough vegetables and fruits, exercising regularly, maintaining a healthy weight, avoiding smoking, and getting sufficient...
As an ongoing series, I have been highlighting the top causes of death in Southwest Utah and what we can all do to lessen our risk for each of them. This article discusses the impact that lack of sleep has on all of these leading killers as part of our invitation to...
Adequate sleep is essential for everyone, but it’s especially important for the healthy development of children and teens. There are some fascinating findings in sleep science that should serve as motivation for parents to prioritize good sleep habits for their... Translate >
