Sleep problems can increase someone’s risk of stroke. Sleep problems can include too little sleep (less than five hours), too much sleep (more than nine hours), poor quality, difficulty getting to sleep or staying asleep, prolonged napping, and snoring and breathing cessation. Dr. Stephen English, a Mayo Clinic vascular neurologist, explains why poor sleep can be linked to stroke. Sleep is something people spend about a third of their lives doing and for good reason. “It’s so restorative for brain health,” explains Dr. English. “Adequate sleep helps to ensure that Read More