Public Health and Sleep: A Continued and Growing Concern

Summary: 

Sleep and public health go hand in hand! Good sleep contributes to better health outcomes, improved productivity and improved economics, whereas poor sleep or sleep deprivation from any cause, can be responsible for increased workplace and traffic accidents, increased healthcare spending and overall poorer health.  This talk will discuss the foundations of sleep and public health and then explore some sleep critical roles such as pilots, military and commercial drivers.  In addition, we will explore ways to engage your local community and businesses to improve sleep awareness. Register now for this upcoming webinar. This will take place on Thursday, June 27 at 4:00 PM CT / 5:00 PM EST. 

Objectives: 

• Describe the impact of adequate sleep and sleep disparities on public health
• Recognize at-risk working populations for sleep deprivation accidents
• Discuss the impact of sleep on workplace productivity
• Formulate a plan for opportunities to improve sleep health in your community
• Identify opportunities for sleep-related programs with industry partners

Speakers:

• Robyn Woidtke, MSN, RN, RPSGT, CCSH, FAAST

Continuing Education:

• 1 AAST CEC after passing a short knowledge assessment in the AAST Learning Center
• Provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider License No. CEP17872 for 1 contact hour.

NOTE: A recording will be available to AAST members for free and uploaded to the AAST Learning Center within 48 hours following the completion of the live event.