NMCSD Recognizes Sleep Awareness Week

Photo By Petty Officer 2nd Class Jacob L. Greenberg | 210325-N-DA693-1001 SAN DIEGO (Mar. 25, 2021) A photo of a sleep study room within Naval Medical Center San Diego's (NMCSD) Sleep Lab Mar. 25. The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way many facets of healthcare are conducted, and NMCSD has adapted some of its techniques and practices to keep both staff and patients safe while delivering the high-quality healthcare they’ve come to expect. NMCSD’s mission is to prepare service members to deploy in support of operational forces, deliver high quality healthcare services and shape the future of military medicine through education, training and research. NMCSD employs more than 6,000 active duty military personnel, civilians, and contractors in Southern California to provide patients with world-class care anytime, anywhere. (U.S. Navy photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Jake Greenberg)  

SAN DIEGO, CA, UNITED STATES

03.23.2021

Story by Petty Officer 3rd Class Jacob L. Greenberg 

Naval Medical Center San Diego

SAN DIEGO – Naval Medical Center San Diego (NMCSD) recognized Sleep Awareness Week Mar. 14-20.
Sleep Awareness Week is a campaign from the National Sleep Foundation (NSF) that educates the public about the importance of sleep health.
According to the NSF, some circadian rhythm-related sleep disorders can be caused by jet lag or shift work, two issues which some service members may face. Poor sleep habits, like drinking caffeine or alcohol too close to bedtime, a lack of bedtime routine, or looking at a phone or computer too late at night tent to cause the body’s circadian rhythm to get out of sync.
“One key benefit of getting good enough good sleep is strengthening your immune system to help you prevent or limit infection in your body,” said the NSF.
The NSF recommends adults get 7-9 hours of sleep per night, and to go to sleep and wake up at the same time every day, including weekends. A relaxing bedtime routine, such as listening to calming music or reading a book can positively affect sleep quality.
Even though the military lifestyle can be stressful, making efforts to get good sleep can only benefit service members. For sleep-related questions, contact your primary care physician.
NMCSD’s mission is to prepare service members to deploy in support of operational forces, deliver high quality healthcare services and shape the future of military medicine through education, training and research. NMCSD employs more than 6,000 active duty military personnel, civilians and contractors in Southern California to provide patients with world-class care anytime, anywhere.
Visit navy.mil or facebook.com/NMCSD for more information.

• Date Taken: 03.23.2021
• Date Posted: 03.26.2021 17:08
• Story ID: 392100
• Location: SAN DIEGO, CA, US