Is there an association among sleep duration, nap, and stroke? Findings from the China Health and Retirement Longitudinal Study

ConclusionIn this elderly Chinese population, short total sleep duration per 24 h, not merely daytime napping or nighttime sleep, was significantly associated with an increased risk of stroke. Preventive measures for stroke may require a focus on elderly, sedentary individuals who report other health problems.
Source: Sleep and Breathing - Category: Respiratory Medicine Source Type: research