For many of us, quality sleep may be hard to come by. Add in the time-shift from Daylight Saving Time on March 9 and our sleep could be disrupted for days or weeks. That’s because this seemingly small one-hour “spring forward” can affect sleep-wake cycles making us more vulnerable to sleep deprivation.

Getting enough quality sleep can help with your mental health, physical health, quality of life, and safety. If you’d like helpful tips to prepare for the time change and resources to improve your sleep quality, sign up to receive a special four-week "Sleep Well, Be Well" e-newsletter from MHealthy. 

Each week, March 3 - 24, you will receive an email with:

• Tips on how to improve your sleep.

• A weekly challenge encouraging small changes to your sleep routine.

• Programs and resources to help you along the way.

According to data from the 2024 annual health questionnaire administered by MHealthy, 50 percent of U-M employees are at high risk for sleep problems. Nearly 29 percent of U-M employees reported getting 7-8 hours of sleep two or less times per week and over 37 percent of U-M employees have trouble falling or staying asleep three or more days of the week. 

The first Sleep Well email goes out on March 3. Sign up and learn more. Open to U-M faculty, staff, retirees and spouses/other qualified adults.