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Poor sleep may cause disability in older adults, study finds

Many older adults have trouble sleeping, and this can be more than just an inconvenience. A new study has found that poor sleep and regular...

Daytime sleepiness may be linked to higher dementia risk

Women in their 80s who feel increasingly sleepy during the day over a period of five years may face double the risk of developing...

Daytime sleepiness may be linked to higher dementia risk

Women in their 80s who feel increasingly sleepy during the day over a period of five years may face double the risk of developing...

How sleep builds muscle, burns fat, and boosts brainpower

Many people know that a good night’s sleep helps the body grow and repair itself, but not everyone understands why. Sleep, especially the early deep...

How deep sleep boosts muscle and bone health

Everyone knows that a good night’s sleep is important, but did you know it can help your body grow stronger and stay healthier too? Scientists...

Chronic sleep loss may speed up brain aging, study finds

A new study published in the September 10, 2025, issue of Neurology® reveals that chronic insomnia may accelerate memory decline and cognitive aging. The findings...

How ‘brain cleaning’ while we sleep may lower our risk of dementia

The brain has its own waste disposal system—known as the glymphatic system—that's thought to be more active when we sleep. But disrupted sleep might hinder...

Could cutting back on caffeine really give you more vivid dreams

Have you recently cut down on caffeine and feel like you're having the most vivid dreams of your life? While there are a number of...

Breathing device may help people with diabetes and sleep apnea live longer

A simple nighttime breathing device may dramatically improve survival for people living with both type 2 diabetes and obstructive sleep apnea, according to new...

This sleep hormone may also boost your memory

We all know how important memory is in everyday life—from remembering where we put our keys to learning new things at school or work. Now,...