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Sleep Deprivation’s Hidden Health Cost | Pittsburgh News
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New research reveals most adults are chronically sleep-deprived, consistently falling short of the recommended 7-9 hours — and the long-term health risks are serious. Tracking over 50,000 people over five years, scientists found a consistent gap between how much sleep people think they need versus how much they actually get. The consequences? Higher risks for heart disease, diabetes, and mental health struggles. Experts are now investigating work schedules, screen time, stress, and home environments to identify root causes — because sleep isn’t a luxury, it’s essential for lasting well-being.
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