Health Hub

Welcome to the WLC Medical Health Hub. Our SALAD (Short Answer, Long Answer Day) articles provide evidence-based answers to common health questions, whether you're after a quick overview or a more in-depth read.

How does a lack of sleep affect me?

Short answer: Not getting enough good-quality sleep can affect much more than how tired you feel the next day. Poor or insufficient sleep can affect concentration, memory, mood, reaction time and physical performance. When it happens regularly, inadequate sleep is also associated with an increased risk of several long-term health conditions. For most adults, getting around 7–9 hours of good-quality sleep each night is recommended.

Long answer:

Sleep is an essential part of maintaining our physical and mental health. While you’re asleep,…

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