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National Sleep Foundation - NSF

Organization URL(s)

nsf@sleepfoundation.org
www.sleepfoundation.org/  

Other Contact Information

1010 N. Glebe Rd.
Suite 310

Arlington, VA 22201

703-243-1697 (Voice)

Description

Established in 1990, this nonprofit organization promotes public understanding of sleep and sleep disorders and supports sleep-related education, research and advocacy to improve public health and safety. The Foundation's goals are: increased understanding of the importance of sleep to good health and productivity; prevention and/or remediation of health and safety problems related to insufficient sleep and untreated sleep disorders; expanded scientific research in sleep and sleep medicine; and implementation of public policy that promotes sleep education, research and treatment. NSF's programs are funded by corporate and individual donations, and through it's partnerships with corporations and government. Visit their web site or write for more information.

Online Resources

• Sleeping Smart: Myths and Facts
  http://www.sleepfoundation.org/sleep-facts-information/myths-and-facts 
  

Related Topics

Topic Sleep Sleep Disorders

Review Date

Wed Sep 22, 2010