Insomnia linked to higher risk of stroke
Insomnia is associated with a 26% higher risk of stroke and 28% higher odds of hospital admission, according to new research in Sleep Medicine Reviews. The researchers say the findings support recognizing insomnia as an important marker of brain, mental and general health.
A new study published in Sleep Medicine Reviews has found insomnia to be linked to a higher risk of stroke and hospitalization, as well as depression, suicidal behaviors, and dementia. Insomnia, characterized by difficulty falling or staying asleep and impaired daytime functioning, affects around 22% of the general population. Being diagnosed with insomnia increases the risk of stroke by 26% and hospital admission by 28%, according to the research.
The study analyzed evidence from seven health outcomes across more than 1.3 million participants. While the findings highlight the importance of addressing insomnia as a marker of brain, mental, and general health, it is important to note that these associations do not definitively prove causation. The researchers emphasize the need for greater attention to insomnia in clinical care and health promotion initiatives.
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