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Daytime Naps Linked to 13% Higher Mortality Risk

4/22/2026

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  • Mass General Brigham researchers analyzed data from over 1,330 older adults and found that each extra hour of daytime napping raises mortality risk by 13%.
  • Morning nappers face a 30% higher mortality risk than afternoon nappers.
  • Wearable devices monitor napping patterns for early health detection.
  • Chronic conditions and sleep disorders may contribute to excessive napping.
  • Further research is needed to explore irregular napping.