<section><h2><h2><strong style="color:#262626;">Do you know how sleep deficiency harms health? </strong></h2></h2><p><p>Sleep, like eating, drinking and breathing, is a basic human need and a vital ingredient for good health and well-being. A sleep deficiency occurs when we don't get enough restful sleep and can lead to physical and mental health problems, injuries, loss of productivity and even a greater risk of death.</p><h3><strong>How well do YOU understand how sleep deficiency harms health?</strong></h3></p></section><section><h2><h2>How many hours of sleep do adults need every night?</h2></h2></section><section><h3><h2><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Check all that apply</span>: Which of the following symptoms indicate you're not getting enough sleep? </h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2><u>Check all that apply</u>: Which of the following are healthy ways to get a good night's sleep?</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2><u>True or False</u>: It is NOT possible to catch up on missed sleep.</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2><u>True or false</u>: Driving while drowsy is similar to driving drunk.</h2></h3></section><section><h3><h2><u>True or False</u>: You'll sleep better in a warm bedroom.</h2></h3></section><section><h2><h2>It looks like you have a few things to learn when it comes to getting a good night's sleep.</h2></h2><p><p>Here are a few more tips: </p><ul><li><strong>Avoid caffeine and other stimulants, such as chocolate and ice cream, before bed.</strong> You may even want to consider trading your late-day coffee habit for a caffeine-free alternative.</li><li><strong>Create a consistent sleep schedule. </strong>Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends. This will put your brain and body on a healthy schedule throughout the week.</li><li><strong>Don't drink alcohol before bed. </strong>Alcohol may help you fall asleep, but it will also make you wake up in the middle of the night. </li></ul><h3 dir="ltr"> </h3><h3 dir="ltr">Of course, you can also join MyHealth Rewards! </h3><p>Geisinger's wellness program can teach you how to create a better work-life balance and get a better night's sleep. Stay tuned for more information about our revised 2022 start date as it becomes available!</p><p><strong><em>Note: </em></strong><em>If you're concerned about the quality of your sleep, or if you're consistently sleepy during the day, talk to your doctor about meeting with a sleep specialist. </em></p></p></section><section><h3><h2>You know how to take care of your health and get a good night's sleep. </h2></h3><p><p>For instance, you know it's important to: </p><ul><li><strong>Avoid caffeine and other stimulants, such as chocolate and ice cream, before bed.</strong> You may even want to consider trading your late-day coffee habit for a caffeine-free alternative.</li><li><strong>Create a consistent sleep schedule. </strong>Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day, even on weekends. This will put your brain and body on a healthy schedule throughout the week.</li><li><strong>Don't drink alcohol before bed. </strong>Alcohol may help you fall asleep, but it will also make you wake up in the middle of the night.<br /><br /></li></ul><h3 dir="ltr">Of course, you can also join MyHealth Rewards! </h3><p>Geisinger's wellness program can teach you how to create a better work-life balance and get a better night's sleep. Stay tuned for more information about our revised 2022 start date as it becomes available! </p><p><strong></strong><em>Note: If you're concerned about the quality of your sleep, or if you're consistently sleepy during the day, talk to your doctor about meeting with a sleep specialist. </em></p></p></section>