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Blog Summary: The Truth No One Tells You: Snoring isn’t a punchline. Waking up tired isn’t just a "part of getting older." And "powering through" your day on four cups of coffee isn't a badge of honor.

May is National Better Sleep Month. At ALHHC, we aren’t just here to "spread awareness"—we’re here to talk about the millions of Canadians who are essentially holding their breath for 8 hours every night, and the massive toll that takes on their hearts, their brains, and their families.

You may not even realize it’s happening, but a microsleep—a brief, involuntary episode of sleep lasting mere seconds—is a major contributor to catastrophic drowsy driving accidents. At 60 km/h, your vehicle covers nearly two football fields in 10 seconds. These silent blackouts are a critical safety concern and can be a symptom of an underlying sleep disorder, such as Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). Learn what microsleeps are, the severe risks they pose on the road, and what steps you must take—from recognizing fatigue warnings to seeking professional help—to prevent drowsy driving.