AIIMS Rishikesh Emphasizes Importance of Good Sleep on World Sleep Day
Experts Recommend Reducing Mobile and Social Media Usage for Better Sleep
Rishikesh, March 29, 2025
On the occasion of World Sleep Day, a public awareness program was held at AIIMS Rishikesh, where medical experts emphasized the necessity of good sleep for overall health. They advised limiting mobile phone and social media usage, as excessive screen time negatively impacts sleep quality.
Sleep Clinic at AIIMS Rishikesh
AIIMS Rishikesh runs a Sleep Clinic under the Department of Psychiatry on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. The clinic includes a Sleep Laboratory, which helps diagnose and treat sleep disorders.
The awareness program was jointly organized by the Department of Psychiatry, Pulmonary Medicine, and the College of Nursing. Medical professionals discussed causes, diagnosis, and treatment of sleep disorders.
Street Play on Sleep Awareness
Nursing students performed a street play at the OPD area, educating the public on the importance of sleep and its impact on overall health.
The event was conducted under the guidance of AIIMS Rishikesh Executive Director, Prof. Dr. Meenu Singh.
Expert Recommendations for Good Sleep
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Sufficient quality sleep is essential for good health.
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Better sleep improves work efficiency and mental well-being.
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Ignoring sleep-related issues can lead to serious health problems like high blood pressure, diabetes, and depression.
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Those experiencing sleep disorders should consult medical experts promptly.
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Reduce mobile phone and social media usage to improve sleep quality.
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Lack of sleep can lower body efficiency and cause irritability, especially in children.
Key Participants in the Event
The program was attended by:
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Prof. Jaya Chaturvedi (Dean, Academics)
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Prof. Satya Shri (Medical Superintendent)
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Prof. Anindya Das (Head, Psychiatry Department)
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Prof. Ravi Gupta & Dr. Lokesh Kumar (Psychiatry Department)
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Prof. Girish Sindhwani (Head, Pulmonary Medicine Department)
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Prof. Smriti Arora (Principal, College of Nursing)
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Dr. Rakesh Sharma
The event successfully highlighted the significance of sleep for physical and mental well-being, encouraging people to seek timely medical help for sleep-related issues.
