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Why sleep matters

What's at stake when it's left untreated

Ignoring a sleep disorder has real health consequences. Learn the risks — and why it's worth diagnosing and treating in time.

Cardiovascular disease

Apnea and sleep deprivation strain the heart and blood vessels, raising the risk of coronary disease and arrhythmias over time.

High blood pressure

Night-time breathing pauses raise blood pressure. Treating the sleep disorder often helps bring it under control.

Type 2 diabetes

Poor sleep affects how the body regulates sugar, increasing insulin resistance and the risk of type 2 diabetes.

Stroke

Untreated sleep apnea is linked to a higher risk of stroke, as it affects oxygenation and circulation during the night.

Cognitive decline and memory loss

Sleep consolidates memory and helps clear the brain. Chronic lack of it accelerates cognitive decline and impairs focus.

Depression and anxiety

Sleep and mental health are closely linked. Insomnia and sleep deprivation worsen symptoms of depression and anxiety.

Higher risk of accidents

Daytime sleepiness slows reflexes and attention, significantly increasing the risk of road and workplace accidents.

Lower quality of life

Fatigue, irritability and low energy affect work, relationships and overall wellbeing. Sleeping well changes everything.

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