Are You Getting Enough Sleep?

If you often feel tired or cranky, or have trouble concentrating, it could be because you aren’t getting enough good, sound sleep. Some people function well on as little as six hours of sleep at night, while others require nine or 10 hours.

But most people need about eight hours of sleep to stay healthy and be at their best, according to the National Sleep Foundation.

Who is a candidate for a Sleep Study?

A person who:

• Chronically awakens with a morning headache
• Experiences excessive daytime sleepiness
• Awakens choking, breathless or gasping during the night
• Experiences chronic periods of disturbed sleep: insomnia, leg-kicking or severe nightmares or night terrors
• Snores loudly or stops breathing during sleep

How do I make an appointment?
A physician must refer you.

If you regularly experience any of the classic signs or symptoms of sleep disturbance, talk to your doctor about your concerns and ask if you could be a candidate for a sleep study. Untreated sleep apnea is associated with increased risk of stroke and heart attack.

To ensure your comfort, the FirstHealth Sleep Centers offer the following:

• Private, comfortable bedroom
• Private, handicapped accessible bathroom with shower
• Soundproofing to ensure quiet
• Personal control of bedroom light, sound and temperature
• Complimentary breakfast and lunch if a follow-up daytime study is required

FirstHealth Sleep Disorders Centers

Montgomery Memorial Hospital
(910) 571-5600

Moore Regional Hospital
(910) 715-3338

Richmond Memorial Hospital
(910) 417-3952