OVERVIEW

Sleep should be protected and given priority, even in the face of daily activities and obligations.

Prioritize sleep for a healthier heart and mind. Discover the effects of sleep disruptions on cardiovascular health in the latest podcast episode. Join the conversation on the significance of sleep for your heart health. Listen to our thought-provoking episode and share your thoughts on heart health and sleep with guest Dr. Reeba Mathew.

She is the Medical Director of the UT Physicians Pulmonary and Sleep Medicine Clinic at University of Texas Professional Building (UTPB) on Fannin, Houston and the Associate Director of the Sleep Disorders Center at Memorial Hermann Hospital – Texas Medical Center in Houston. She serves on the Clinical Competency Committees for the Pulmonary and Critical Care fellowship and the Sleep Medicine fellowship. She also serves on the McGovern Comprehensive Clinical Competencies Examination Committee. She is a member of the American College of Chest Physicians (ACCP) and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM).

Key points covered in this episode include the following:

- The association between stress hormones, inflammation, and cardiovascular diseases, emphasizing the impact of sleep on mitigating these risks.

- The American Heart Association’s recognition of sleep as the 8th essential for health, highlighting the increasing awareness of the importance of sleep in maintaining heart health.

- The impact of sleep disorders, such as sleep apnea, on cardiovascular health, with a focus on educating the public and early intervention for better outcomes.

- The varying sleep requirements for different age groups, emphasizing the impact of consistent bedtimes and good sleep hygiene on children’s immunity, growth, and mental health.

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The interruption and disruption of sleep architecture, such as in sleep apnea, can lead to increased risk factors for heart disease. - Dr. Reeba Mathew

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WHAT WILL WE LEARN

00:00 Physician trained in pulmonary and sleep medicine.

03:15 Recognizing untreated sleep apnea's detrimental health impacts.

07:17 Sleep apnea causes stress on body

13:09 EducatIng the public on health essentials. Coexisting disorders require joint treatment.

14:53 Consistency in sleep schedule crucial for health.

17:40 Prioritize sleep for long-term health benefits.

23:18 Insufficient sleep is a risk for heart disease.

24:45 Lack of sleep linked to health risks.

28:48 Prioritize children's health and well-being early.

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