"'It does not really serve much of a benefit to anybody these days, whilst exposing us to a small but significant series of risks,' he said."
"'You see an increase in incidence of heart attacks and strokes, and you do get an increase in the number of road traffic accidents for a few days after clocks change.'"
"'If you place all of those burdens and demands on, for example, the cardiovascular system, an hour earlier, then it is just not quite as well prepared to satisfy the demand.'"
Scientists are urging the abolition of Daylight Saving Time due to its associated health risks, including increased cancer rates, traffic accidents, and sleep disturbances. Dr. John O'Neill highlights that the time change poses small but significant risks, akin to experiencing collective jet lag. He notes a rise in heart attacks and strokes following the clock change. While originally beneficial for productivity, the practice is now seen as outdated, with a strong argument for permanent daylight saving to mitigate health impacts.
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