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Disrupted Rhythms and Rising Concerns (Image Credits: Unsplash)
Las Vegas – Nevada residents lost an hour of sleep this weekend as clocks sprang forward for daylight saving time, reigniting discussions over its potential health consequences.[1][2]
Disrupted Rhythms and Rising Concerns
Experts highlight how the abrupt time shift throws off the body’s circadian rhythm, the internal clock that regulates sleep and alertness. UNLV professor Manoj Sharma, a physician specializing in social and behavioral health, explained that this disruption leads to altered sleep patterns and a cascade of health issues. Bodies often take weeks to fully adjust, leaving many fatigued during the transition.[1]
Studies link the spring change to immediate spikes in serious events. Heart attacks reportedly increase on the Monday following the switch, alongside rises in strokes, car crashes, and workplace accidents. People relying on timed medical devices, such as insulin pumps, face added risks of schedule errors. These effects extend to broader problems like social jet lag, reduced productivity, mental health strains, and seasonal depression.[1][3]
Local Voices Challenge the Warnings
Not everyone agrees the dangers warrant major changes. Las Vegas resident Edward Cotton dismissed recent reports in a letter to the Las Vegas Review-Journal, arguing that most people already vary their bedtimes by an hour or more nightly. He questioned claims from Sharma, noting his own frequent cross-country…
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Author : Matthias Binder
Publish date : 2026-03-11 20:14:00
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