With the London 2012 Olympics coming to an end here something to consider a recent new poll has shown that 44% of Australians have sacrificed sleep to stay up to watch Wimbledon, Tour de France and Olympic Games over the past month. The poll also revealed 52% of those interviewed who had stayed up late reported to have suffered from cold and flu symptoms dubbed “Games Flu”.
“Research shows a strong link between lack of sleep and immunity. Individuals burning the candle at both ends and those who suffer poor sleep quality are more susceptible to common colds, flus and other viruses” Dr Ginni Mansberg, General Practitioner and Women and Children’s Health Expert commented.