There’s nothing quite like the hum of a fan on a hot summer night.
It cools your skin.
It masks noise.
It makes the room feel breezy.
But what if that trusty fan — your go-to for staying cool — is actually disrupting your sleep, drying your body, or even making you sick?
While fans are often seen as a safe, energy-efficient alternative to air conditioning, sleeping with a fan on all night can come with unexpected side effects — especially if you have allergies, dry skin, or respiratory sensitivities.
Let’s explore the real reasons you might want to think twice before turning on that fan — and what you can do instead to stay cool and comfortable.
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🔍 The Science of Sleep & Temper