Korean J Otorhinolaryngol-Head Neck Surg.  2009 Sep;52(9):713-717. 10.3342/kjorl-hns.2009.52.9.713.

Sleep Medicine and Public Health

• Chung YS

• KMID: 2277091
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.3342/kjorl-hns.2009.52.9.713

Abstract

Sleep and public health has close relationship. Life in modern society makes human sleep deprived state. Sleep deprivation could induce cognitive deficits, heart diseases, glucose metabolic disorders, and decrease quality of life. Moreover, shift worker should work in mismatched circadian rhythm environment. Errors due to sleep deprivation, mismatched circadian rhythm, and various sleep disorders including sleep apnea could be tremendous hazard to public. By understanding sleep physiology, we can prevent sleep deprivation induced accidents and health problems. Sleep specialists have role of education and detection of patients with sleep disorders

Keyword

Sleep; Public health; Circadian rhythm; Accidents

MeSH Terms

Circadian Rhythm
Glucose Metabolism Disorders
Heart Diseases
Humans
Public Health
Quality of Life
Sleep Apnea Syndromes
Sleep Deprivation
Sleep Wake Disorders
Specialization