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Hot nights are robbing us of sleep—and it’s getting worse. Scientists reveal we’re losing nearly 56 hours of shut-eye each year due to rising temperatures, a figure that’s doubled since the 70s. Middle Eastern cities suffer the most, with residents losing 55 to 87 hours annually—equivalent to two full nights. Southern India, Southeast Asia, and West Africa are also hit hard. Sleep is vital for mood, cognition, productivity, immunity, and heart health, and chronic sleep loss from heat has global consequences. While air conditioning helps, it’s not accessible or always effective, especially for older adults, women, and those in low-income countries. A warming planet isn’t just about weather—it’s stealing our rest, and that’s costing us dearly.

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