67: Sleep Science Today with Andrew Colsky - Episode 67

67: Sleep Science Today with Andrew Colsky - Episode 67

UK Health Radio Podcast

Lindsay Scola shares her journey with narcolepsy and highlights the importance of understanding personal sleep patterns for improved health and productivity.

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44:2816 Dec 2025

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Unlocking the Secrets to Better Sleep with Lindsay Scola

Episode Overview

  • Recognise the importance of understanding personal sleep patterns.
  • Advocate for yourself in healthcare to get the right diagnosis.
  • Quality sleep is crucial for mental and physical health.
  • Workplaces benefit from prioritising employee sleep.
  • Education about sleep can lead to transformative life changes.
"I learned that I knew nothing about sleep."

How do individuals turn their lives around after battling sleep disorders? This episode of Sleep Science Today brings a captivating conversation with Lindsay Scola, a passionate advocate for sleep education and a self-proclaimed collector of disorders. Host Andrew Kolsky dives into Lindsay's personal journey with narcolepsy, a condition that left her exhausted for years before she finally received a diagnosis.

Lindsay shares her eye-opening realisation that most of us know little about sleep, despite spending a third of our lives doing it. She recounts her mission to educate others about the importance of sleep and how understanding one's sleep patterns can be life-changing. Lindsay's story is both humorous and heartfelt as she recalls sneaking naps in unconventional places and advocating for herself in the medical world.

Her candid discussion sheds light on the broader issues surrounding sleep disorders and the lack of awareness in the medical community. Andrew and Lindsay explore how workplaces can benefit from prioritising employee sleep, offering practical advice for individuals and organisations alike. This episode is packed with valuable insights into the significance of sleep and how it impacts our health and productivity. Lindsay's journey is a testament to the power of self-advocacy and education in overcoming challenges.

So, are you getting enough quality sleep? Dive into this episode to find out how understanding your sleep can transform your life.

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