Having narcolepsy may expose you to hazards that do not apply to other people. With that in mind, protect yourself by taking the following simple measures:
- Be aware of situations where you are likely to be at risk of falling asleep or suffer from a cataplexy attack and inform others around you.
- Do not operate machinery alone in case of a sudden attack of sleepiness.
- If you drive, do not do so if you feel tired, and plan to take naps before you feel tired.
- If you suffer from cataplexy, it is unlikely that you will suffer an injury as a result of an attack, but make other people aware of the condition so they can identify any hazards.