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Why Some Women Find Good Sleep Tough to Get0
MONDAY, Sept. 12, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Some women have trouble staying asleep, and a new small study may shed light on why. Women's internal, or circadian, body clocks run at a faster pace than men's, according to the research. It's ...
Health Tip: Relax With Music Before Bed0
(HealthDay News) -- A relaxing lullaby may be just what you need to help you get a good night's sleep. The National Sleep Foundation recommends: Calm, soothing music should help both your mind and body relax. For best results, opt for ...
Somnoplasty0
Somnoplasty facts Somnoplasty is a surgical treatment for snoring. Somnoplasty uses heat energy to modify the tissues of the uvula and soft palate. Somnoplasty is an in-office procedure done with local anesthesia. Somnoplasty is not indicated ...
Sleep and Sleep Disorders in Children and Teenagers0
What's up with sleep? It may seem like a waste of time when you've got so much you want - and need - to do. But sleep can help you do better in school, stress less, and generally be more pleasant to have around. Sound good? Now consider some possible ...
For Those With Sleep Apnea, Maybe It's Time for a Driving Test0
TUESDAY, Sept. 6, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Erratic driving may be a problem for people with sleep apnea. People with the sleep disorder were more likely to fail simulated driving tests than people without the disorder (a "control" group). Lane ...
Health Tip: Find a Fun Alarm Clock0
(HealthDay News) -- If you have a tough time getting out of bed in the morning, a fun alarm clock that eases the transition into your day may help. Try these suggestions from the National Sleep Foundation: Look for an alarm clock that's ...
Health Tip: Chatting Before Bed Can Help You Sleep0
(HealthDay News) -- A little bedtime conversation can be just the time couples need to catch up and have some quiet time together, but make sure it's not wrecking your sleep. The National Sleep Foundation recommends: Avoiding all ...
Sleep Apnea Mask Treatment Fails to Curb Heart Risks0
TUESDAY, Aug. 30, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- The nighttime breathing difficulties of obstructive sleep apnea have long been linked to an increase in cardiovascular risks. However, a new study throws confusion into that link. While treatment with ...
Health Tip: Squash Stress Before Bed0
(HealthDay News) -- Stress can keep you awake at night, even if you feel tired. The National Sleep Foundation suggests: Practice yoga, meditation or deep breathing before bed, to help you feel more relaxed. Avoid TV or computers before bed, ...
Early to Bed, Early to Rise a Back-to-School Challenge0
FRIDAY, Aug. 19, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- It's time to start getting children and teens into their school-year sleep routine, an expert says. School-aged children need nine to 12 hours of sleep a night, according to sleep specialist Dr. Susan ...
Don't Lose Sleep Over Screentime at Night0
TUESDAY, Aug. 16, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Daytime exposure to bright light may reduce the sleep-disrupting effects of blue light from smartphones and tablet computers, a new study suggests. Previous research has shown that evening use of ...
Sleep Is Key to College Success0
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 17, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- It can be hard for college students to get enough sleep, and that can affect their physical and mental well-being, a sleep expert says. "A bad night's sleep or chronically not getting enough sleep ...
Brain Relies on Two Timekeepers for Sleep0
FRIDAY, Aug. 12, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Both an internal "clock" and an internal "hourglass" affect how different parts of your brain respond to sleep deprivation, a new study shows. The Belgian researchers said these findings could ...
Drowsy Driving Causes 1 in 5 Fatal Crashes: Report0
MONDAY, Aug. 8, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Nearly 84 million sleep-deprived Americans take to the roads every day. And, drowsy driving was a factor in crashes that claimed about 5,000 lives last year, a new report shows. Traffic deaths rose ...
Health Tip: When it Takes Too Long to Fall Asleep0
(HealthDay News) -- It's common to occasionally toss and turn while trying to fall asleep, but for some people, it's a nightly battle. The National Sleep Foundation recommends: Slowly and gradually change your bedtime, backing it up by 15 ...
Study Links Sleep Problems to Stroke Risk, Recovery0
WEDNESDAY, Aug. 3, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Too little or too much sleep may be a risk factor for stroke and might hinder recovery, new research suggests. The review of 29 previously published studies found that sleep disorders such as insomnia ...
Health Tip: Meditating at Bedtime0
(HealthDay News) -- A busy mind can keep you from a good night's sleep. And a relaxing meditation ritual may be just what you need to wind down. The National Sleep Foundation suggests: Consider mindfulness meditation, in which you focus ...
Sleep Disorders 6 Times Higher Among Veterans0
WEDNESDAY, July 20, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- Sleep disorders are six times more likely among American military veterans than in the general population, a new study finds. And veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) seem to have the ...
Health Tip: Considering a Sleep Study?0
(HealthDay News) -- If you can't find a way to get to sleep, a sleep study may help you figure out what's behind your insomnia. The National Sleep Foundation says a sleep study may help if: Your doctor can't figure out what's causing your ...
Dodge the Jet Lag, Enjoy Your Trip0
WEDNESDAY, July 13, 2016 (HealthDay News) -- People crossing time zones may assume jet lag is something they have to endure -- like airport delays and lost luggage. But there are several ways travelers can prepare for and minimize jet lag's troubling ...
modafinil, Provigil0
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Health Tip: Exercise for Better Sleep0
(HealthDay News) -- Exercising during the day can lead to better sleep at night. The National Sleep Foundation offers suggestions that can help you sleep better: Engaging in cardiovascular exercise, such as walking or biking, for about 10 ...
Health Tip: Sleep Soundly Away From Home0
(HealthDay News) -- It may be difficult to get a good night's sleep when you're away from home. The National Sleep Foundation has suggestions to help make it easier: Pack your own pillow. Bring a white noise machine and a pair of ear plugs ...
Still Tired After Getting Your Zzz's? You Might Have Sleep Apnea0
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Smoothing the Transition to Daylight Saving Time0
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The High Price of Untreated Insomnia0
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Sleepless in the City? Nighttime Light Pollution May Be to Blame0
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Sleep Apnea May Take Toll on Your Mood, Thinking Skills0
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Health Tip: Sounds May Help You Fall Asleep0
(HealthDay News) -- When you want a bit of help to nod off, some soft background noise may be just what you need. The National Sleep Foundation suggests: Try white noise, which combines different sounds at different frequencies. You can use ...
Health Tip: Feeling Sleepy?0
(HealthDay News) -- Everyone feels drowsy now and then, but feeling tired all the time is a warning sign that shouldn't be ignored. The U.S. National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute says possible symptoms of insufficient sleep ...
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Humans Are Masters of High-Quality Sleep0
WEDNESDAY, Dec. 16, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- You may not have noticed, but most mammals need twice as many hours of shuteye each night as you do. That's what researchers from Duke University discovered after examining the sleep patterns of ...
Trouble Sleeping? New Treatment Options May Help0
By Matt McMillen Reviewed by Arefa Cassoobhoy, MD, MPH Nov. 23, 2015 -- Two out of five Americans regularly don't get enough shut-eye. If you're one of them, your health may be at risk. "We now know that lack of ...
Sleep Cycle Changes May Affect Your Health0
WEDNESDAY, Nov. 18, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Waking early on workdays and sleeping in on days off may not be as restful as you think: a new study suggests that when routine sleep habits are disrupted, your risk for diabetes and heart disease ...
Sleepwalkers Feel No Pain When Injured: Study0
FRIDAY, Nov. 6, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Some sleepwalkers don't feel pain when they suffer an injury -- even a severe one -- during a sleepwalking episode, a new study finds. But sleepwalkers are at increased risk for headaches and migraines ...
Poor Sleep Might Harm Kidneys, Study Suggests0
THURSDAY, Nov. 5, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Lack of sleep may be a gateway to kidney disease, at least for women, a new study suggests. Researchers from Boston's Brigham and Women's Hospital evaluated the sleep habits of thousands of women and ...
Health Tip: These Triggers May be a Nightmare0
(HealthDay News) -- Nightmares may be more frightening if you're a child and don't understand what's behind them. The Mayo Clinic explains potential causes for bad dreams: Daily events that cause stress, or major life changes (such as a ...
Health Tip: Kick Bad Sleep Habits0
(HealthDay News) -- If you can't sleep, a few bad habits could be the issue. The National Sleep Foundation mentions these sleep-stealing practices: Having caffeine within six hours of bed. Drinking alcohol before bed, which makes your sleep ...
It's Back to Standard Time This Weekend0
FRIDAY, Oct. 30 (HealthDay News) -- When the clocks slide back an hour this Sunday, some people may have trouble adjusting to the change. Those most likely to struggle with the switch to standard time are so-called morning types, who tend to ...
Interrupted Sleep Not Good for Your Mood, Study Suggests0
FRIDAY, Oct. 30, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Waking up several times a night is more likely to put you in a bad mood than a shorter amount of sleep without interruption, a new study finds. "When your sleep is disrupted throughout the night, you ...
Tribal Study Finds Short Sleep Not Just Curse of Modern Living0
THURSDAY, Oct. 15, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Fast-paced urban lifestyles may not be to blame for the lack of sleep that plagues many people today, a new study shows. Researchers tracked the sleep habits of three traditional hunter-gatherer ...
Sleep Apnea May Raise Women's Heart Risk, But Not Men's0
WEDNESDAY, Oct. 14, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- The nighttime breathing disturbance known as sleep apnea can boost a woman's risk for heart problems and even death, but there was no such effect for men, a new study finds. The finding "highlights ...
Health Tip: Boost Energy Without Caffeine0
(HealthDay News) -- When run down, many people reach for an extra cup of coffee. But there are plenty of energy-boosting foods that don't contain caffeine. The National Sleep Foundation recommends eating: Magnesium-rich nuts, such as ...
Implanted Device May Help Ease Sleep Apnea, Small Study Shows0
TUESDAY, Sept. 29, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- An implantable pacemaker-like device might improve sleep patterns and quality of life for people with sleep apnea, a new study contends. The treatment, called cranial nerve stimulation, is designed to ...
Health Tip: Choosing the Right Bedtime Snack0
(HealthDay News) -- It's not easy to fall asleep with a growling belly, so satisfying bedtime hunger becomes important. The National Sleep Foundation suggests these snacks: A handful of almonds with either half a banana or a handful of ...
Sleep Apnea May Raise Risk of Depression0
FRIDAY, Sept. 25, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- People with sleep apnea are at increased risk for depression, but continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy for their apnea may ease their depression, a new study suggests. The Australian ...
Heavy Snoring, Apnea Tied to Earlier Brain Troubles0
WEDNESDAY, April 15, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Heavy snorers and people with sleep apnea may be more likely to develop memory and thinking problems at younger ages than their well-rested peers, a new study suggests. The good news from the study ...
Depression, Insomnia, Fatigue Are the Stuff of Nightmares0
TUESDAY, April 14, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Depression, insomnia and exhaustion may be major risk factors for frequent nightmares, new research suggests. "Our study shows a clear connection between well-being and nightmares," lead author Nils ...
eszopiclone, Lunesta0
DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Eszopiclone is a non-benzodiazepine, oral, sedative drug ("sleeping pill") that is used for treating insomnia. According to the National Institutes of Health, more than 50 million Americans suffer from insomnia. Symptoms of ...
'Exploding Head Syndrome' Surprisingly Common Among Young People0
WEDNESDAY, April 1, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Nearly one in five young people suffers from what's called "exploding head syndrome," a new study suggests. People with the syndrome are startled awake from sleep by sudden loud noises -- even the ...
Night Owls Run Higher Risk of Health Problems, Study Finds0
WEDNESDAY, April 1, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Night owls are more likely than early risers to develop diabetes and other health problems, even if they get the same amount of sleep. That's the conclusion of a new study that included more than ...
Health Tip: Sleep With Fresh-Smelling Sheets0
(HealthDay News) -- Making sure that your bedsheets smell nice may help you drift into a sweeter sleep. The National Sleep Foundation suggests: Wash sheets and pillow cases at least once weekly, so they always smell fresh. Have a second set ...
Sleep Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ0
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Always Sleepy After the Change to Daylight Saving Time?0
FRIDAY, March 6, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- You'll lose an hour's sleep overnight Saturday when the clocks spring ahead. But there are a number of things you can do to cope with the switch to daylight saving time, a sleep expert says. "It's well ...
zolpidem, Ambien, Ambien CR, Zolpimist, Edluar, Tovalt ODT (discontinued)0
DRUG CLASS AND MECHANISM: Zolpidem belongs to a class of drugs called sedatives or hypnotics. Zolpidem shares some characteristics of a family of sedatives called benzodiazepines. Benzodiazepines cause sedation, muscle relaxation, act as ...
Health Tip: Talking in Your Sleep0
(HealthDay News) -- While talking during sleep may not be harmful to your health, it can be disruptive to partners and may be embarrassing. The National Sleep Foundation mentions these possible triggers for sleep talking: Feeling depressed ...
Snoring0
Snoring facts Snoring is caused by vibrating tissues within the airways of the nose and throat. The vibrations that cause snoring are caused by turbulent airflow through narrowed airways. Snoring is affected by the stage of sleep, sleeping ...
Sleep Group Updates Shuteye Guidelines0
TUESDAY, Feb. 17, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- For the youngest and oldest, the National Sleep Foundation has new guidelines on what constitutes a good night's rest. Newborns (0 to 3 months) need 14 to 17 hours of sleep per day, while infants (4 to ...
U.S. Teens Getting Less Sleep Than Ever0
MONDAY, Feb. 16, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- American teens don't get enough sleep, and the problem has only gotten worse since the 1990s, new research shows. Just 63 percent of 15-year-olds reported getting seven or more hours of sleep a night in ...
Health Tip: Sleep More Comfortably With a CPAP Mask0
(HealthDay News) -- A CPAP (continuous positive airway pressure) machine can help you sleep safer with sleep apnea, but adjusting to its mask can be difficult. The National Sleep Foundation recommends: Take note of any sleep improvements ...
Naps May Improve Your Health0
TUESDAY, Feb. 10, 2015 (HealthDay News) -- Brief daytime naps might protect you against the harmful health effects of a poor night's sleep, a new study suggests. Specifically, naps appeared to restore hormones and proteins involved in stress ...
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