Delegate: Delegate: Professor Dr Louis Adaikalam
Delegate Short Bio: Affiliation: President of Malaysia Sleep Apnea Association
Short Bio:
Chief Executive Officer of Alpha International Training & Consultancy Sdn Bhd.
Founder of Sleep Recovery Tourism.
Author of Mystery Between Sleep and Covid.
Scope of Activity: Individual activity
Activity: Public Awareness on Microsleep Risks Among Drivers
In conjunction with World Sleep Day 2026, a national news article highlighting the risks of microsleep and fatigue among motorists was published in theSun Daily on 8 March 2026.
The article featured insights from Professor Dr Louis Adaikalam, President of Malaysia Sleep Apnea Association, who emphasized the importance of adequate sleep, proper hydration, and balanced nutrition for drivers, particularly during long-distance travel.
The publication highlighted several key messages:
• Microsleep is a brief, involuntary episode of sleep that can occur without warning and can be extremely dangerous when driving
• Fatigue-related factors contribute to nearly 20% of road accidents, according to data from Malaysian Institute of Road Safety Research (MIROS)
• Changes in sleep and meal schedules during the fasting month may increase fatigue and microsleep risk among motorists
• 1 in 5 road crashes in Malaysia are linked to microsleep
• Drivers are encouraged to obtain 8–9 hours of sleep before long journeys, stay hydrated, and consume foods that provide sustained energy.
The article also highlighted the relevance of World Sleep Day 2026, which falls during the month of Ramadan in 2026, creating an opportunity to raise awareness about sleep health and road safety.
Through national media coverage, the article helped educate the public on the dangers of fatigue-related driving and encouraged safer travel habits, especially during the festive season when millions of Malaysians travel to their hometowns.
Location: Kuala Lumpur
Date of Activity: 8 March 2026
