CDC Report Reveals Widespread Fatigue Among U.S. Adults, Disproportionately Affecting Women and Younger Demographics
A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s National Center for Health Statistics (NCHS) indicates that nearly three-quarters of U.S. adults have experienced fatigue on multiple days over the past three months. The study, which surveyed approximately 27,000 adults aged 18 and older in 2024, found that about one in six adults experiences frequent fatigue, defined as feeling very tired or exhausted 'most days' or 'every day.' Sociologist Natalie A.E. Young, the lead author, noted that fatigue is a frequently reported health concern in primary care visits. The report highlights that women and younger adults (18-34 years) are more likely to report frequent fatigue, with rates of 20% for women compared to 13% for men, and 19.5% for younger adults. American Indian and Alaska Native adults showed the highest rate of frequent fatigue at 25.5%, while Asian adults had the lowest at 9.1%. The study defines fatigue as physical or mental tiredness that does not improve with additional sleep or re...
