If you’re going to the doctor for a vaccination — whether for COVID-19, the flu, or travel to another country — make sure you’ve had a full, restful night’s sleep before you go.
According to a new study, sleeping less than six hours the night before the shot may decrease your body’s response to the vaccine, limiting protection against the virus or bacteria.
How Does Adequate Sleep Affect The Immune System?
The effect of inadequate sleep on immunological response to a vaccine was only scientifically significant in men.
It is well known that people’s immunological responses to vaccination differ depending on factors such as age, biological sex, and overall health.