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In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Dr. Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse for Sleep Awareness Month. Dr. Fong-Isariyawongse is a neurologist at the University of Pittsburgh with specialties in sleep medicine and epilepsy- but her passion extends far beyond the clinic. She is a tireless advocate for public health policies that prioritize sleep, recognizing its foundational role in brain function, mental health, and overall well-being. Dr. Fong-Isariyawongse shares tips for getting good sleep and explains why things like later school start times and changes in the way Daylight Saving Time is observed are important for brain health.
Additional Resources
Five Ways to Sleep Well
How Sleep Protects the Brain
How Does Daylight Saving Time Affect Health?
Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes
Sleep Smart: How Sleep Impacts Your Health
We want to hear from you!
Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast?
· Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206
· Email us at [email protected]
Social Media: Dr. Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse @fongsleep
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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In this episode of the Brain & Life Podcast, co-host Dr. Katy Peters is joined by Dr. Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse for Sleep Awareness Month. Dr. Fong-Isariyawongse is a neurologist at the University of Pittsburgh with specialties in sleep medicine and epilepsy- but her passion extends far beyond the clinic. She is a tireless advocate for public health policies that prioritize sleep, recognizing its foundational role in brain function, mental health, and overall well-being. Dr. Fong-Isariyawongse shares tips for getting good sleep and explains why things like later school start times and changes in the way Daylight Saving Time is observed are important for brain health.
Additional Resources
Five Ways to Sleep Well
How Sleep Protects the Brain
How Does Daylight Saving Time Affect Health?
Other Brain & Life Podcast Episodes
Sleep Smart: How Sleep Impacts Your Health
We want to hear from you!
Have a question or want to hear a topic featured on the Brain & Life Podcast?
· Record a voicemail at 612-928-6206
· Email us at [email protected]
Social Media: Dr. Joanna Fong-Isariyawongse @fongsleep
Hosts: Dr. Daniel Correa @neurodrcorrea; Dr. Katy Peters @KatyPetersMDPhD
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