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flag Cutting sleep meds in adults 65–74 may add 1.3 months to life and save $101B, experts say.

flag A new study finds that reducing sleep medication use among older adults, especially those aged 65 to 74, could improve health, extend life expectancy by an average of 1.3 months, and save $101 billion nationally. flag Long-term use of drugs like benzodiazepines and "Z-drugs" is linked to higher risks of falls, cognitive decline, and fractures, while non-drug treatments like CBT-I offer safer, lasting benefits. flag Experts urge healthcare providers to promote alternatives such as therapy, lifestyle changes, and digital tools, supported by system-level interventions like electronic health record prompts to reduce inappropriate prescriptions.

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