The survey however established that single women were at a better place on cleaning their beddings as six in ten stated that they changed their bedding every two weeks.Couples on the other hand according to the survey stated that they cleaned their beddings evey three weeks. He added that unclean beddings not only affect the physical health but also affect the mental well being and psychological welfare.Kyengo stated that uncomfortable beddings can lead to irritability stress and paranoia which might lead to inattentiveness at work or school, frequent, emotional outbursts and burnout to someone. "When sleep is interrupted consistently, either by bedbugs or general uneasiness, it can affect the body's sleep cycle. Irregular sleep brings stress and can lead to long-term issues that impact one's mind and body," the clinical officer added. He further stated that insomnia and other sleeping disorders could be triggered by mould,bacteria and bedbugs that are usually found in dirty beddings.

Source: Standard Digital May 22, 2023 10:45 UTC