Specialists Warn 7 Hours of Sleep Is Vital for Chronic Patients as Late Nights Raise Stroke Risk
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Updated · voiceofemirates.com · May 16
Specialists Warn 7 Hours of Sleep Is Vital for Chronic Patients as Late Nights Raise Stroke Risk
2 articles · Updated · voiceofemirates.com · May 16
Public health specialists said chronic patients who repeatedly stay awake for long hours face immediate dangers, including sharp blood-sugar swings, hypertensive episodes and sudden medical complications.
Diabetes, hypertension and heart disease patients are especially exposed because sleep loss disrupts hormone balance, boosts cortisol and adrenaline, and strains the heart and blood vessels.
Medical studies cited in the report also link chronic sleep deprivation to weaker immunity, fewer white blood cells, daytime exhaustion and weight gain that can complicate treatment plans.
Experts urged a fixed daily sleep schedule, at least 7 hours of nightly rest, no heavy meals within 3 hours of bedtime, and less screen exposure before sleep.
The warning frames sleep regulation as a basic preventive measure in 2026 to avoid relapses and lower risks of stroke, heart attack and early cognitive decline.
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