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Sleep apnea is associated with subclinical myocardial injury
Oct 24 13


Obstructive sleep apnea is known to be associated with an increased incidence of cardiovascular disease. Now a new study indicates that OSA is associated… Sleep apnea is associated with subclinical myocardial injury   

 

Go to bed! Irregular bedtimes linked to behavioral problems in children
Oct 14 13


Researchers from UCL have found that children with irregular bedtimes are more likely to have behavioural difficulties.

The study, which is published in the… Go to bed! Irregular bedtimes linked to behavioral problems in children   

 

FDA rejects Merck insomnia drug, seeks lower-dose
Jul 02 13


U.S. health regulators have rejected Merck & Co’s new insomnia drug application but opened the door to approving a lower-dose version of the medication,… FDA rejects Merck insomnia drug, seeks lower-dose   

 

Race apparently a factor in sleep apnea, Wayne State University researcher finds
Jun 26 13


A Wayne State University researcher has found that sleep apnea severity is higher among African-American men in certain age ranges, even after controlling for… Race apparently a factor in sleep apnea, Wayne State University researcher finds   

 

Surprising connections between our well-being and giving, getting, and gratitude
Jan 20 13

We all know that getting a good night’s sleep is good for our general health and well-being. But new research is highlighting a more… Surprising connections between our well-being and giving, getting, and gratitude   

 

Extended sleep reduces pain sensitivity
Dec 01 12

A new study suggests that extending nightly sleep in mildly sleepy, healthy adults increases daytime alertness and reduces pain sensitivity.

“Our results suggest… Extended sleep reduces pain sensitivity   

 

Personal coaching app tracks sleep, diet, fitness
Nov 27 12

Trying to get fit or lose weight but lacking the motivation and willpower? A new app that acts like a digital personal coach monitors… Personal coaching app tracks sleep, diet, fitness   

 

Partial sleep deprivation linked to obesity
Oct 24 12

Evidence linking partial sleep deprivation to energy imbalance is relevant to weight gain prevention and weight loss promotion. A new study published today in… Partial sleep deprivation linked to obesity   

 

Smokers may have more sleep problems: study
Sep 14 12

Smokers may get fewer hours of sleep and have less restful slumber than non-smokers, according to a German study that looked at more than… Smokers may have more sleep problems: study   

 

Daily Home Dialysis Makes ‘Restless Legs’ Better
Mar 18 11

For dialysis patients, performing daily dialysis at home can help alleviate sleep problems related to restless legs syndrome (RLS), according to a study appearing… Daily Home Dialysis Makes ‘Restless Legs’ Better   

 

When do babies start sleeping through the night?
Oct 27 10

Sleep-deprived new moms and dads can’t wait to have their baby sleep through the night. A new study suggests that about half of babies… When do babies start sleeping through the night?   

 

Short nighttime sleep duration among infants, young children associated with obesity in later life
Sep 07 10


Insufficient amounts of nighttime sleep among infants and preschool-aged children may be a significant risk factor for developing childhood obesity, according to a report… Short nighttime sleep duration among infants, young children associated with obesity in later life   

 

REM sleep deprivation plays a role in chronic migraine
Jun 23 10

Reporting at the American Headache Society’s 52nd Annual Scientific Meeting in Los Angeles this week, new research shows that sleep deprivation leads to changes… REM sleep deprivation plays a role in chronic migraine   

 

Smoking moms tied to lasting kids’ sleep woes
May 10 10

Mothers who smoke during pregnancy are more likely to have children with sleep problems from birth all the way through age 12, new research… Smoking moms tied to lasting kids’ sleep woes   

 

Urine Test for Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Possible
Dec 07 09

Researchers at the University of Chicago have discovered a technique that is able to determine whether a child has obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) or… Urine Test for Pediatric Obstructive Sleep Apnea Possible   

 

Teeth grinding linked to sleep apnea
Nov 02 09

There is a high prevalence of nocturnal teeth grinding, or bruxism, in patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), particularly in Caucasians. New research presented… Teeth grinding linked to sleep apnea   

 

Children’s sleep disorders missed by pediatricians
Jun 12 09


The rate at which sleep disorders are diagnosed in infants, children, and adolescents is well below prevalence reported in epidemiological studies, indicating that… Children’s sleep disorders missed by pediatricians   

 

Rheumatoid arthritis is associated with poor sleep in women
Jun 10 09

According to a research abstract that will be presented on Wednesday, June 10, at SLEEP 2009, the 23rd Annual Meeting of the Associated… Rheumatoid arthritis is associated with poor sleep in women   

 

Sleep disorders are largely underdiagnosed in pediatric patients
Jun 08 09

Primary care pediatricians may be under-diagnosing sleep disorders in children and teens, according to a research abstract that will be presented on Monday, June… Sleep disorders are largely underdiagnosed in pediatric patients   

 

Childhood sleep problems persisting through adolescence may affect cognitive abilities
Mar 02 09

A study in the March 1 issue of the journal SLEEP suggests that it is the rate of change in sleep problems across development,… Childhood sleep problems persisting through adolescence may affect cognitive abilities   

 

Study Finds Link Between Insomnia and Tension-Type Headaches
Feb 16 09

Using sleep or napping to cope with chronic pain caused by tension-type headaches could lead to chronic insomnia according to a new study by… Study Finds Link Between Insomnia and Tension-Type Headaches   

 

Childhood Sleep Apnea Linked to Brain Damage, Lower IQ
Aug 22 06

In what is believed to be the first study showing neural changes in the brains of children with serious, untreated sleep apnea, Johns… Childhood Sleep Apnea Linked to Brain Damage, Lower IQ   

 

Sleep problems may impair truck drivers
Aug 15 06


Both chronic sleep deprivation and sleep-related breathing problems may make truck drivers a hazard on the road, according to a study published Tuesday.

In… Sleep problems may impair truck drivers   

 

Effects of sleep deprivation on the brain
Aug 07 06

Everyone needs sleep, but temporary periods with no sleep can be a reality of military operations.

To get answers on sleep questions for the… Effects of sleep deprivation on the brain   

 

Tips to Get a Good Night’s Sleep
Aug 01 06


Short on sleep? According to sleep experts, people are sleeping less than they used to and the “sleep debt” can take a toll on… Tips to Get a Good Night’s Sleep   

 
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