(Reuters photo)Singaporeans are among the poorest sleepers in the world, clocking in an average of just 6.56 hours of sleep per night, according to data collected by fitness-tracking firm Fitbit. The first study, conducted by University of Michigan scientists last year, found that Singaporeans were the worst sleepers in the world -- tied with the Japanese. And in January this year, a study by SingHealth Polyclinics found that 44% of Singaporeans have insufficient sleep on weekdays. It found that insufficient sleep during weekdays was significantly associated with the use of digital devices, home environment, employment status, and consumption habits. SingHealth warned that insufficient sleep can increase the risk of mental, cardiovascular and metabolic diseases.

Source: Bangkok Post March 17, 2017 12:33 UTC