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The Economics of Sleep, Part 1 (Rebroadcast)

Mar 24, 2016 · 00:45:41

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Lack of sleep may be linked to increased illness and health issues.
The episode explores the connection between sleep deprivation and sickness.
This is Part 1 of a rebroadcast on the economics of sleep.

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