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Is there any evidence that recurrent insomnia can have an adverse affect on outcomes in the elderly, e.g.with sepsis or pneumonia or can make other conditions worse, e.g. chf or renal impairment?
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Sleeping is a time: for renewal and healing the body. Lack of normal amounts of sleep can impact healing.
Answered 10/31/2014
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