National Sleep Foundation

Excessive fatigue and daytime sleepiness aren’t always just the result of a few nights of poor sleep. These symptoms could be a sign that you have narcolepsy, a chronic sleep disorder that causes a person to fall asleep suddenly and at inappropriate times. Learn about the risk factors and symptoms of narcolepsy, along with how to get a diagnosis and what treatment options are available. https://bit.ly/3AS3vnB

The American Heart Association has included sleep on their Life’s Essential 8 checklist for good health. AHA supports NSF’s guidelines that most adults should get 7-9 hours of sleep per night. Sleep is critical to heart health and overall health. Learn about the connection here: https://bit.ly/3S0AqLt. #SleepHealth #HeartHeath

Drowsy driving prevention week may be over but the upcoming holiday season might mean more time on the road for you and your family. Sleepiness can slow down your reaction time, decrease awareness, impair judgment, and increase your risk of crashing. When you are getting ready to drive, ask yourself, “Am I alert enough to operate a 3,000-pound moving machine on public roads?” Learn more tips for staying alert on the road and drowsy driving signs to watch out for: https://bit.ly/4fwnYwX #SleepFirstDriveAlert

Read the latest NSF research published in Sleep Health on the attitudes and behaviors of drowsy driving in U.S. adults. #SleepFirst #DriveAlert

The holidays can be stressful (groundbreaking news, right?). According to the National Sleep Foundation's 2022 Sleep in America? Poll, less stress means better sleep. So, if you're stressing over the upcoming holiday season, you may be compromising your sleep. ?? Learn about the connection between sleep and stress here: https://bit.ly/3UJIGl9 #SeasonalSleepTips #Holidays #BestSleptSelf

Shout out to the sponsors and collaborators that helped make Drowsy Driving Prevention Week? a success. Let’s work together to prevent drowsy driving all year long. Waymo GM Higi, a Modivcare service Schneider Samsung Electronics America (Health) Autonomous Vehicle Industry Association Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) We Save Lives Start School Later, Inc. National Alliance to Stop Impaired Driving (NASID) Responsibility.org The National Road Safety Foundation NOYS MADD Comfort Keepers Restless Leg Syndrome Foundation Drowsy Driving Prevention Project

If you’ve used NSF’s tips to be your Best Slept Self? and you’re still not getting the sleep you need, you could have a sleep disorder. People with undiagnosed or untreated sleep disorders have a higher risk of drowsy driving. Read more to see if you should talk to a doctor. https://bit.ly/3Vd2iPC #SleepHealth #DrowsyDriving #SleepFirst

Getting enough sleep is important for your health and essential for safe driving. Sleep deprivation can impair your ability to focus and react quickly, putting you and others at risk on the road. Learn how technology can enhance two of the most critical aspects of our lives: healthy sleep and safe driving. https://bit.ly/3HmtWBx Waymo #SleepHealth #RoadSafety #DrowsyDriving #SleepFirstDriveSafe

What’s keeping you from getting the sleep you need to drive alert? Here’s what U.S. adults told us. #SleepFirst so you can #DriveAlert and prevent drowsy driving. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4feDMVv

After a long day, it’s easy to feel tired behind the wheel. But drowsy driving can be just as dangerous as drunk driving. If you're feeling sleepy after work, it's crucial to know the signs of drowsiness and take steps to stay alert—like a quick nap or stretching before hitting the road. Prioritize safety for yourself and others! https://bit.ly/40vOTVl