'Hannah is a thought-provoking illustration of the holistic impact that sleep has on maintaining overall health,' said Dr Bostock. 'Many of us don't realise that haphazard daily routines and lack of sleep interfere with our circadian rhythms, the 24-hour cycles which control our physiology.' This highlights how vital consistent sleep is for physical and mental wellbeing.
Hannah, a 45-year-old Brit from the future, has chronic back pain, thinning hair, sagging skin, swollen legs and red, baggy eyes. Her condition reflects the potential long-term effects of chronic sleep deprivation.
Due to our hectic modern lifestyles and an obsession with smartphones well into the small hours, people may be losing more sleep than ever. As a result, by 2050, sleep deprivation could lead to a plethora of exaggerated chronic health issues.
Experts recommend adults sleep between 7 and 9 hours a night - and adults who sleep under 7 hours are more at risk of health issues. Current averages show Brits are only receiving about six hours and 20 minutes.
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