A new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reveals that about 71.5% of U.S. adults have experienced fatigue on multiple days over the past three months. The study, which surveyed around 27,000 adults aged 18 and older in 2024, found that women and younger adults are more likely than men to report frequent fatigue—defined as feeling very tired or exhausted most or every day. Nearly three in four adults said they felt "very tired or exhausted" at least some days in the past three months, and about one in six experienced frequent fatigue. The data showed that frequent fatigue was most common among adults aged 18 to 34, with 19.5% reporting it regularly, and least common among those 65 and older, at 12.9%. Women were more likely than men to experience frequent fatigue (20% vs. 13%). The report also found that American Indian and Alaska Native adults had the highest rate (25.5%), followed by white, Black, and Hispanic adults, with Asian adults having the lowest rate (9.1%). Additionally, adults living in the South and Midwest were more likely to report frequent fatigue than those in the West or Northeast. The CDC survey did not explore the reasons behind the fatigue or compare it to previous years. Sociologist Natalie A.E. Young, who led the study, noted that fatigue is a common concern in U.S. healthcare, linked to risks like activity limitations and disability. Fatigue differs from chronic fatigue syndrome and can be a symptom of other health issues, medication side effects, or a sign of conditions like heart disease, sleep apnea, or thyroid problems. The study also found that people with frequent fatigue are more likely to experience related issues like depression, anxiety, and cognitive difficulties. Adults with frequent fatigue were more than three times as likely to have depression symptoms and about twice as likely to report anxiety or cognitive challenges compared to those without frequent fatigue. Experts suggest that managing stress, improving sleep, and following health guidelines can help address or prevent chronic fatigue. Clinical psychologist Jennifer Caspari emphasized the importance of rest and balance, suggesting that people take active or passive breaks to avoid burnout and manage their energy levels effectively.