Bright light tied to better sleep and less depression, shows study
Why does spending time in the sun lift our spirits? A new study from Harvard-affiliated Brigham and Women's Hospital suggests that the key may...
New cabin lighting design could help combat jet lag
Qantas is introducing a new lighting design for its ultra-long-haul flights, inspired by the Australian landscape and based on circadian science, to help reduce...
Irregular sleep patterns linked to higher risk of type 2 diabetes
Getting consistent sleep could help prevent type 2 diabetes, according to new research.
A study led by Brigham and Women's Hospital, part of the Mass...
Why can’t we sleep? Understanding the common causes of insomnia
Insomnia, or trouble sleeping, is a problem that affects many people around the world. It can make it hard to fall asleep, stay asleep,...
Insomnia increases depression risk in older adults
As people age, getting a good night's sleep often becomes more difficult.
While younger adults might wake up briefly about five times a night, some...
Treatment and prevention of obstructive sleep apnea
Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a common and serious sleep disorder where the airway becomes blocked during sleep, causing breathing to repeatedly stop and...
How good sleep habits can help manage high blood pressure
Sleep is essential for overall health, and its importance becomes even clearer when looking at its role in managing high blood pressure.
High blood pressure,...
Short or long sleep increases risk of blood vessel damage in diabetics
New research presented at the Annual Meeting of the European Association for the Study of Diabetes (EASD) in Madrid reveals that people recently diagnosed...
‘Night owls’ show better brain performance
A study from Imperial College London has found a link between people's sleep preferences and their brain function. Specifically, those who prefer evening activities,...
Sleep apnea linked to higher risk of heart disease, study finds
A study by researchers at UT Southwestern Medical Center has found that obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is linked to a higher risk of heart...