Everyone knows that getting to bed at a decent time is important for good health. But did you know that there’s a fatal genetic mutation that causes the inability to sleep? Fortunately, fatal familial insomnia is extremely rare. However, it’s opened doors for scientific study, and research has proven that not sleeping will eventually cause death. Find out more about fatal familial insomnia and other surprising discoveries about sleep by watching this video clip. 

In the video, you’ll learn about the background behind some of the most groundbreaking scientific discoveries about sleep. Among these is the fact that sleep deprivation worsens pain sensitivity and makes it harder for the body to heal. 

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