October 29, 2026
A permanent switch to standard time would be better for our health, sleep experts say
Falling back and springing forward puts us into ‘circadian misalignment’ and may cause ‘significant’ public health and safety risks, research suggests
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Getting outside for some early morning sunlight after clocks fall back Sunday will help people’s bodies adjust to the time change, a Temple sleep specialist says
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