Sleep Facts
Did you know that:

• Over 20 million Americans suffer from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), an often life-threatening condition, 95% of which go untreated.
• Sleep apnea is as prevalent as adult diabetes and asthma. 
• Over 20% of the population suffers from significant sleep disorders.
• Sleep Apnea can result in high blood pressure, stroke, congestive heart failure, and even death.
• A national survey found that 69% of American adults fail to recognize sleep as a critical factor in maintaining health.
• OSA sufferers are 3-7 times more likely to have automobile accidents than non-sufferers.
• The U.S. Department of Transportation estimates that at least 200,000 traffic accidents occur each year because of driver fatigue.

According to a report by the National Commission on Sleep Disorders Research, drowsy drivers cause more fatalities per accident than drunken drivers.

Healthy Sleep Tips

• Avoid caffeine and nicotine.
• Do not drink alcohol to help you sleep. It may help you fall asleep, but it diminishes the quality of sleep you get.
• Exercise regularly, but complete your workout at least three hours before bedtime.
• Establish a regular relaxing bedtime routine (such as taking a bath).
• Associate your bed with sleep - do not use it to work or watch television.
• Naps are a great way to boost energy during the day. A short nap cannot make up for a lost night of sleep, but a 10 to 20 minute ‘power nap’ can improve alertness, memory, and briefly reduce the symptoms of fatigue.