Health experts have urged people in their 50s and 60s to take sleep more seriously, warning that consistently poor sleep can increase the risk of several chronic health conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.
June 15, 2026
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By Sola Ogundipe
Health experts have urged people in their 50s and 60s to take sleep more seriously, warning that consistently poor sleep can increase the risk of several chronic health conditions, including heart disease, high blood pressure and Type 2 diabetes.
The warning comes amid growing concerns over the impact of sleep deprivation on physical and mental health, particularly among middle-aged and older adults.
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