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College freshmen exhibit consistent sleep-deprivation at a relatively increased frequency.\u00a0 This review aims to determine the role of sleep deprivation in the increased incidence of sickness among freshmen, a phenomenon colloquially known as the “freshman flu.\u201d A literature search was conducted using the PubMed databases, MedLine, EMBASE, and the Cochrane Library. Various search terms were used including \u201csleep deprivation and disease,\u201d \u201csleep deprivation effects,\u201d \u201csleep deprivation,\u201d and \u201ccollege freshmen.\u201d Articles published in English from 1995 to 2022 were included\u00a0 based on their relevance to immune system effects, neurological diseases, and cardiovascular health. Sleep deprivation negatively affects the body by compromising immune function, decreasing cardiovascular and neurological health, which can potentially contribute to worsened physical health and increased sickness among freshmen.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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