These sleep patterns linked to microvascular disease in type 2 diabetes
A new study has revealed that both short and long sleep durations are linked to microvascular disease in individuals newly diagnosed with type 2...
How much and how often should people stretch?
The evidence surrounding physical activity is clear: It's critical to good health, helping to ward off obesity, diabetes, heart disease, stroke and even dementia.
Federal...
Boosting deep sleep to improve memory in mild cognitive impairment
Deep sleep is essential for consolidating memories. People with mild cognitive impairment, an early sign of Alzheimer's disease, often experience sleep disturbances, particularly spending...
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,...