The Hidden Connection Between Undiagnosed Sleep Disorders and Chronic Diseases
DOZE AND DIE rips the covers off the silent epidemic raging through our society: sleep disorders.
DOZE AND DIE is a short, fictionalised story that follows the intersecting journeys of Ahmed, Sarah, Robert and Troy – as they deal with their own challenges and the consequences.
With brutal honesty, I weave a chilling tale that follows the intertwined lives of everyday people – Sarah, Robert, Troy, and Ahmed – as they battle the devastating consequences of untreated sleep apnea, insomnia, and more.
This story surrounding a number of individuals with common issues surrounding sleep is a must read. Hard hitting for a reader suffering from sleep related disorders, and a call to action message for healthcare professionals largely ignorant of the consequences of sleep deprivation, everyone will take something from this wonderfully written book.
President of the British Society of Pharmacy Sleep Services
As a long-time reviewer of non-fiction works on healthy living, I have come across many books that attempt to tackle the complex and often misunderstood topic of sleep health. However, this book stands out for its original format and groundbreaking approach. Its innovative structure is both unconventional and refreshing, weaving personal narratives with hard-hitting facts that challenge the status quo of sleep health and awareness.
One of the most striking aspects of this book is its underground messages about using alternative methods—some legal, some not—to deal with sleep. While the author doesn’t preach, they do present the dangerous reality of sleep disorders and how some turn to unregulated solutions in desperation. This indirect yet consequential commentary sheds light on the potential risks many are unaware of when seeking over-the-counter or alternative remedies. It’s an eye-opening exploration of the abuse of over-the-counter sleep aids, which the author rightfully points out aren’t even designed to help with sleep. The revelations about their deadly consequences make this book an authentic piece of journalistic insight, drawing attention to an issue that few dare to tackle in such a direct and honest manner.
The book’s subtle yet impactful education on the dangers of shift work is another highlight. The realities of sleep deprivation, especially in professions like emergency services or healthcare, are hauntingly outlined, with particular attention to the life-threatening consequences of automobile accidents caused by sleep deprivation. Having lost my best friend to sleep apnea at the age of 40, this struck a personal chord with me, motivating me to not only delve deeper into my understanding of sleep health but to write Sleep Fitness: The Top Ten Sleep Facts that Matter. This loss illuminated the grim reality that sleep apnea can kill, a truth that the book powerfully underscores.
The issues integrated into the narrative transcend borders. The issues raised in the book are not confined to one geographic location- this is global, folks! I can only assume that the same tragic misuse of sleep aids and the fatal consequences of untreated sleep disorders are rampant in the U.S. as well.
In conclusion, this book is a cautionary tale and a wake-up call to anyone struggling with sleep. Its combination of storytelling and solid facts makes it a unique and innovative contribution to the sleep health genre. Whether you’re a health enthusiast or searching for real solutions to sleep issues, this is a one-of-a-kind, must-read that will change how you think about sleep forever.
Five stars for an eye-opening, life-changing read!
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DOZE AND DIE is a dramatisation rooted in real-world evidence and informed by my three decades of experience in the field of sleep medicine.
As the CEO and founder of the British Society of Pharmacy Sleep Services (BSPSS), I have dedicated my career to making sleep expertise accessible.
Adrian Zacher, Sleep Industry Expert, CEO of the British Society of Pharmacy Sleep Services
Sleep disorders not only impact an individual’s quality of life but also contribute to a myriad of chronic health problems, including:
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Obesity
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Cardiovascular disease
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Diabetes
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Depression
By weaving together scientific research, sleep expertise, and personal narratives, DOZE AND DIE aims to raise awareness about the importance of sleep health and the transformative power of accessible, evidence-based interventions.
Sneak a listen to a two minute extract of DOZE AND DIE, narrated by the author himself!
Here’s Robert (AI created image) as he wakes up after dozing while driving.
Just in time to avoid disaster.
Been there?
Helen is bullied at school and to fit in she takes up vaping.
Leading her on the path of dependency…
(AI created image.)
DOZE AND DIE is a work of fiction. But the situations are relatable.
Brace yourself, as I shine a glaring spotlight on the failures of our healthcare system, where overworked doctors miss critical diagnoses, and big pharma ruthlessly chases profits over patients.
Witness the gut-wrenching moments when sleep-deprived Sarah causes a fatal car crash, and grief-stricken Robert grapples with the loss of his wife while struggling to care for his daughters as a newly single father with diabetes.
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Feel the simmering rage…
Feel the simmering rage as Troy, denied proper care by a shuttered clinic, storms into Ahmed’s pharmacy desperate for help.
And stand alongside Ahmed, the unsung hero, as he battles to provide life-saving sleep treatments in his community, while wrestling with the decision to expose the truth about a fraudulent sleep apnea drug.
DOZE AND DIE is a wake-up call you can’t ignore. It’s a searing indictment of a broken system that’s letting millions suffer in silence, and a rallying cry for change.
The message is clear: the time to act is now, before more lives are shattered.
This book will leave you shocked, angered, and ultimately inspired to join the fight for better sleep health.
Here’s Adrian, reading from DOZE AND DIE about Helen and ‘pharming’.
In this 2 minute clip you’ll hear about the rising trend of abuse of Over-the-Counter ‘sleep aids’.
Praise for DOZE AND DIE:
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Nicole Ratcliffe
“You can clearly picture the families involved, and sadly, the scenarios are very realistic, even though the stories themselves are fiction.
Don’t shy away from the reality behind the fiction.
If you are recognizing yourself in any of these characters, this is your wake-up call to get help. Great job of bringing the characters to life”
The Workplace Sleep Coach and Family Sleep Specialist
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Paul Sharville
As a sleep apnea sufferer and lover of a good page turner, Doze and Die kept me wide awake until the last page, and I never snored once.
Thanks again to Adrian for raising awareness of undiagnosed sleep disorders, and in a most entertaining way.
A must read for sufferers and health professionals alike.
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Kate Gondouin
“Doze and Die” is a must read for anyone getting behind the wheel of a vehicle because lives can change in the “slow” blink of an eye…
International Wellbeing & Possibility Coach
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Joanna Kippax
“Whilst ‘DOZE AND DIE’ is a fictional story, it represents many of the real-life issues that so many people with undiagnosed sleep disorders face. Treatment of a sleep issue can literally save lives. There’s nothing fictional about that!
Congratulations to the author for raising awareness of this vitally important issue!!”
Nurse prescriber, Sleep Practitioner.
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Dr Deepa Choudhury
This is a great piece of creative work from Adrian.
Well done on this!
It makes for a great read and conveys the right message across to patients and their families who can sometimes suffer in silence or deal with the aftermath.
