Which disease is associated with insufficient sleep?
a. Cancer
b. Glaucoma
c. Myocardial infarction
d. Renal failure
ANS: C
Individuals who sleep less than 5 hours a night have a threefold increased risk of heart attacks. Cancer, glaucoma, and renal failure are not associated with lack of sleep.
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