‘Pillow parade’ held at Chennai junction to highlight importance of sleep health

The initiative brought together doctors and nurses holding pillows with messages on the importance of sleep
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Marking World Sleep Day, which fell on March 14, 2025, and to highlight the importance of sleep health, Apollo Specialty Hospital, Vanagaram, organised a ‘sleep chain’ on Friday, at the Vanagaram junction. The initiative brought together doctors and nurses holding pillows with messages on the importance of sleep, a press release said.

This year’s theme, ‘Make Sleep Health a Priority’, is a reminder that sleep is not a luxury but a biological necessity, and the sleep chain was to serve as a reminder that poor sleep is linked to heart disease, diabetes, weakened immunity, and mental health issues.

Commander Karthik Madesh, HOD & Clinic Head, Institute of Sleep Health, Apollo Speciality Hospitals-Vanagaram said, “This initiative is our way of reminding the public that good sleep is critical to good health.” Prabhash Prabhakaran, HOD & Senior Consultant, Neurology, said, “Sleep is a fundamental pillar of health, yet its significance is often underestimated.By raising awareness about sleep disorders and advocating for healthy sleep practices, we can contribute to a healthier society.”