CDC report finds nearly a third of US adults underslept in 2024

3 articles · Updated · Scientific American · May 1

Only a little over half said they usually woke well-rested, while about 40% of Black adults reported under seven hours and lower restfulness than Asian, white and Hispanic peers.
The National Health Interview Survey also found women more often struggled to fall asleep than men, and adults aged 18 to 34 had the most difficulty initiating sleep.
Experts warn poor sleep raises risks for cardiovascular disease, hormone and blood-sugar problems, dementia and mental health issues, while adults 65 and older were most likely to report feeling well-rested.

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