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Young women with insomnia at higher risk for car accidents
Key clinical point: Insomnia symptoms and use of sleep medications is linked to motor vehicle accidents.
Major finding: Accidents involving women age 18-29 were associated with insomnia symptoms (HR, 1.83) and daytime sleepiness (HR, 2.42).
Study details: Prospective longitudinal study (n = 3,413).
Disclosures: The study was funded by the Canadian Institutes of Health. Dr. Sundar and Dr. Seay have no relevant disclosures.