Sleep is an under-estimated aspect of our lives but is particularly important for our bodies to recover.

Recommendations

It is recommended that on average we should aim to get 8 hours of sleep every night.

What can I do?

We can make some small adjustments to our environment which will help improve your sleep.

These things can help to improve sleep:

• Room temperature
• Neutral colours to create a calm environment
• Remove blue rights from devices
• Have comfortable bedding and clothing
• Limit noise
• Get into a routine
• Eating healthy food/drink
• Check pain medication with GP 

Local Support

If you are concerned about your sleep, it is important to speak to your health professional who can support you with hints and tips to improve your routine.

A good time to discuss your sleep routine is at your annual health check, for information on your annual health check click here

National Support

For more advice on good sleep routines, click here