UK Heatwave Causes Mass Sleep Deprivation, Poll Finds

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A new poll reveals that the recent heatwave in England caused mass sleep deprivation, with two-thirds of people struggling to sleep.
Almost half lost three hours of sleep nightly.
The heatwave also impacted homes, health, and businesses, leading to calls for polluters to fund necessary upgrades.

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A new poll reveals that the recent heatwave in England caused mass sleep deprivation, with two-thirds of people struggling to sleep. Almost half lost three hours of sleep nightly. The heatwave also impacted homes, health, and businesses, leading to calls for polluters to fund necessary upgrades.

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