VERIFYING the health impacts of Daylight Saving Time

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Fri, March 7, 2025

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VERIFYING the health impacts of Daylight Saving Time

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CNN's Kaitlan Collins caught up with DJ Daniel, the 13-year-old cancer survivor honored by President Donald Trump during his address to Congress. As clocks move forward, people feel groggy and irritated. Is the time change damaging to your body?

The article from MSN discusses the health impacts of Daylight Saving Time (DST). It highlights that the transition to DST can disrupt our circadian rhythms, leading to several health issues. Key points include an increase in heart attacks, strokes, and mood disturbances like depression in the days following the time change. There's also a noted increase in traffic accidents due to sleep deprivation and the disruption of sleep patterns. Conversely, the article mentions some potential benefits like reduced seasonal affective disorder due to more evening light. However, the overall consensus seems to be that the negative health effects might outweigh the benefits, prompting discussions on whether to abolish or modify DST. The piece also touches on research suggesting that permanent standard time could be healthier, aligning better with our natural sleep cycles.

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VERIFYING the health impacts of Daylight Saving Time