HEALTH&LIFESTYLE: SLEEP, HOW IT AFFECTS OUR PERFORMANCE AS MEDICAL STUDENTS

Firstly, before I delve into the subject let us understand what does it mean to be healthy and how does one’s lifestyle affect a person’s health. Health according to the World Health Organization (WHO) is “a state of complete physical, mental, and social wellbeing and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity”. The specifics of a healthy lifestyle may vary from person to person. Generally, it will include a balance diet, physical exercise, time for family and important relationships, hobbies and downtimes, vacations and a good quality sleep. All of these must harmoniously exist to generate a sense of contentment and satisfaction.