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By CRACKYL Staff The bravery and dedication of firefighters are undeniable. But beyond the job’s physical demands, firefighters often face a hidden enemy: sleep disorders. Disrupted sleep patterns and chronic sleep deprivation can significantly impact your health, performance, and overall well-being. Why are Firefighters Prone to Sleep Disorders? Several factors contribute to sleep difficulties in …
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Poor sleep is common for many firefighters and believe it or not, a good night’s sleep starts from the moment you wake up in the morning.
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Sleep deprivation is no joke, yet according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, we're a sleep-deprived nation.
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Sleep has been called the best performance enhancing drug. But, as a firefighter, you are not in complete control of your sleep schedule.
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How, when, and why blue light affects us seemed like good questions to pose to an expert before deciding whether those glasses could help me, too.
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Sleep debt decreases cognitive and motor function just like alcohol intoxication. Sleep deprivation also decreases the ability of our bodies to fight off diseases, including cancer.
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A restful night’s sleep is something we often take for granted. We spend nearly one-third of our lives or about eight hours per night sleeping.
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