Fatigue is the reason for 1 in 6 accidents many of which result in fatalities. Fatigue is most often caused by sleep disorders such as insomnia, narcolepsy or sleep apnoea.

A sleep disorder can have a negative impact on your health and safety. Sleep deprivation can affect your ability to drive and it can increase your risk of having an accident.

Many people find that getting a good night’s sleep can be very difficult. Sleeplessness is very unhealthy because proper sleeping patterns allow the brain and body to rest so you can function optimally the next day. 

Daytime sleepiness is a major symptom of obstructive sleep apnoea syndrome and presents great public health concern. The underlying mechanisms are poorly understood.

People with narcolepsy feel very sleepy during the day and may involuntarily fall asleep during normal activities.