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Sleep is important, so why do so few people get help for sleep problems?
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Stacker , as published by KVIA ABC-7
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway A survey of 30,000 people found that only 23% had sought professional help for their sleep issues.
Sleep is considered crucial for a long and healthy life, with 53% of respondents in a recent survey ranking it as the most important behavior. However, despite this awareness, many people in El Paso and elsewhere fail to seek help for sleep problems. A survey of 30,000 people found that only 23% had sought professional help for their sleep issues.
This is a concern, as sleep disorders such as sleep apnea can go untreated for years. Further details on this issue are available from KVIA ABC-7, which has more information on the importance of addressing sleep problems and the resources available to those affected.
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Category: local ·
Published: August 13, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 1 min
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