National Sleep Foundation

As we approach the winter solstice, daylight hours are getting shorter. DYK December 21st is the shortest day of the year? 😵💫 We know that makes it hard to get the bright light that you need! If you can, make sure to get some natural sunlight in the morning; it'll help keep your body's internal clock aligned for sleep! https://bit.ly/4eokIE0

Planning to attend CES in Las Vegas in January? Stop by booth 53607 and learn about NSF’s work in SleepTech®. NSF will be hosting members of the SleepTech Network® and winners and finalists of the 2024 SleepTech Award®! Asleep Pocket Kado Purecare Samsung Electronics America Variowell Waymo Ozlo NextSense, Inc Withings Loop Earplugs Neurovalens Mywaves ümay

Excited to visit your in-laws for the holidays? 🙃 Remember to get a good night’s sleep the night before you set out for holiday travel. https://bit.ly/3HmtWBx

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

Wake-up call! ☎️ Teens typically need between 8-10 hours of sleep, and sometimes up to 11. Less than 2 in 10 teens report getting NSF’s recommended amount of sleep on both school days and weekends. 💤 And, of course, during winter break and holidays sleep schedules may shift. Over the holiday break, talk with your teens about how they can prioritize their sleep: https://bit.ly/3Vi5UzF

Curious about how much sleep you need? 🤔 Check out our recommendations based on your age range. Head over to our website to learn more about being your Best Slept Self®: https://bit.ly/3ViaL48 #BestSleptSelf #SleepDuration #SleepHealth

During the holiday season you might be spending more time on the road than normal. This time of year it is crucial to make sure you #SleepFirstDriveAlert. Let’s drive, err dive, into how tech can help us rest better and drive safer. 🚗💤 #SmartTech #HealthyLiving #SafeDriving #Innovation Waymo https://bit.ly/3HmtWBx

As we approach Thanksgiving, you’re probably preparing for a day of feasting, but DYK if you’re not maintaining a consistent meal schedule, there’s a good chance you’re also not getting the kind of sleep you want? 🥗 Only 61 percent of Americans eat all meals at around the same time—which means that almost 4 in 10 Americans could be improving their sleep just by eating meals more consistently. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3Ilj1sq

National Sleep Foundation is proud to announce the selection of Susan Redline, MD, MPH, as the next Editor-in-Chief for its award-winning Journal Sleep Health. As a distinguished leader in the sleep health research community with a passion for understanding and eradicating sleep health disparities, Dr. Redline’s contributions to the field of population sleep health are numerous and closely align to NSF’s public focus and mission. Learn more:

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