A long-term study has found that excessive and frequent daytime napping, especially in the morning, is linked to higher mortality risk in older adults.
Researchers tracked over 1,300 seniors for up to 19 years using wearable devices to objectively measure nap duration, frequency, and timing.
Experts suggest excessive napping may signal underlying health problems, such as neurodegeneration or cardiovascular issues, rather than being a direct cause of death.
Morning naps carry the highest risk. What does this reveal about our body’s internal clock failing with age?
Can long naps ever be a sign of healthy recovery, rather than a warning of inevitable decline?
With countless devices tracking sleep, can we create a universal standard for what a 'dangerous' nap looks like?
Beyond simple alerts, how can AI use your sleep data to predict health crises before they even happen?
Your smartwatch knows your sleep patterns. Who else is legally allowed to see and use that intimate data?