US Capitol Capsule: NIH collaboration sheds light on sleep deprivation's toll
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Executive Summary
Research has shown that going without 7-8 hours of sleep each night takes a great toll on the human body, resulting in an increased risk for obesity, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, mental illness, cancer growth, Alzheimer's disease and other health problems, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH).