What it's like to sleep in prison: Moldy mattresses, bright lights, nonstop noise
Briefly

Steven Backstrom's experience reflects a broader issue in prisons: inadequate conditions lead to severe health risks, including debilitating sleep deprivation, which can be life-altering for inmates.
Lawsuits about sleep deprivation highlight systemic issues within correctional facilities where inmates often face punishing conditions, ultimately affecting their health and safety, as seen in Backstrom's tragic injury.
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