"In 2024, 30.5% of Americans-almost one third-slept on average less than seven hours a night, according to data released last week by the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention."
"Insufficient sleep creates a drag on medical spending, workplace productivity, and long-term health outcomes."
"More than half of adults surveyed by the CDC said they had trouble either falling asleep, staying asleep, or waking up too early at least some of the time."
"The problem cuts along predictable fault lines. Women, Black adults, lower-income groups, and those with less education are more likely to report short sleep or chronic sleep problems."
A significant portion of Americans are not getting enough sleep, with 30.5% averaging less than seven hours nightly. Only 54.8% report feeling well-rested. Insufficient sleep affects individual health and contributes to increased medical costs and decreased workplace productivity, leading to hundreds of billions in economic losses annually. The American work ethic, characterized by long hours, exacerbates sleep issues. Sleep difficulties are prevalent, especially among women, Black adults, lower-income groups, and those with less education, who often face demanding work schedules.
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