On their Covid-19 recommendations, the CDC under the heading healthy ways to cope with stress, says: 

Get plenty of sleep 

Why is this important? 

The Mayo Clinic provides the following explanation: 

“During sleep, your immune system releases proteins called cytokines…certain cytokines need to increase when you have an infection or inflammation, or when you are under stress. Sleep deprivation may decrease production of these protective cytokines. In addition, infection fighting antibodies and cells are reduced during periods when you […]

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I get frequent phone calls like one I received recently from a potential patient. He didn’t have a sleep test and his first question was:

Do I really have to get a sleep test?

He explained that he knew that he had sleep apnea because he estimated that he was at least 100 pounds overweight. He also had a bed partner that once told him that he stopped breathing, and also snored so loudly that he could […]

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We are now offering the WatchPAT One: the first and only disposable home sleep test. Say goodbye to complicated wires and overnight studies at a sleep clinic!

 

It’s a small easy-to-use test that fits on your index finger.

 

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What is it? Sleep!

“Research has shown that sleep keeps your immune system humming as it should, and if you’re sleep deprived, you’re more susceptible to viral, bacterial, and parasitic infections. ‘When it comes to keeping your immune system in tip-top fighting shape, sleep should be a top priority,” says Chris Mohr, Ph.D., R.D., of MohrResults.com. ‘

Check out more information in the full article from Thrive Global: “This Simple Tip Can Help Boost Your Immune System […]

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