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UVA Health sleep care specialist said most people will begin adjusting to the new daylight time soon

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) – Daylight Saving Time ends on Nov. 1, so clocks will be set back an hour. While many will welcome an extra hour of sleep on Halloween night, changing the clocks twice a year carries health impacts

Sleep disorders are among the most common — and underdiagnosed — conditions encountered in primary care. Patients may not be fully aware of their nighttime symptoms or may not report them. From obstructive sleep apnea to parasomnias, sleep conditions that aren’t effectively treated can significantly worsen cardiovascular risk, metabolic disease, mental health and overall quality…