Getting enough sleep could stave off asthma, new research suggests

A healthy sleep pattern decreased the risk of asthma by 44% in those at low genetic risk, by 41% in those at intermediate risk and by 37% in those with high genetic risk.

Experts found that healthy sleep patterns were linked to a reduced risk of asthma, while poor sleep raised the risk - by more than double in those who were also genetically likely to develop the condition. Picture: Peter Byrne/PA Wire

Getting enough sleep could help stave off asthma, new research suggests.

Experts found that healthy sleep patterns were linked to a reduced risk of asthma, while poor sleep raised the risk – by more than double in those who were also genetically likely to develop the condition.