CDC new report finds 71% of U.S. adults experience fatigue regularly
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Key Points:
- Over 71% of U.S. adults report experiencing fatigue within any three-month period, with 16.6% experiencing frequent fatigue, according to the CDC's 2024 National Health Interview Survey of roughly 27,000 adults.
- Fatigue, defined as physical or mental exhaustion not relieved by rest, is more common among women (20%) than men (13%), and is highest among adults aged 18 to 34 (19.5%).
- Lower-income households, rural residents, and those living in the South and Midwest report higher fatigue rates, with frequent fatigue impacting mood, mobility, memory, work ability, and social activities.
- Experts attribute much of the fatigue to poor sleep quality and psychosocial stress, exacerbated by workplace culture, constant digital connectivity, and the inability to disconnect from work and social media.
- To address fatigue, experts recommend setting boundaries around work and digital use and seeking medical evaluation when necessary to improve sleep quality and overall well-being.
