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Sleep apnea linked to weaker bones and teeth in adults

In a study from University at Buffalo, scientists found obstructive sleep apnea may be linked to low bone mineral density in adults. The findings are...

Scientists find new way to reduce symptoms of insomnia

A good night's sleep is crucial to health and well-being. Numerous research studies have shown that insomnia can increase the risk of cardiovascular events, obesity,...

Common noise may help you sleep better, remember things better

Deep sleep is critical for memory consolidation. Sleep disturbances have been observed in people with mild cognitive impairment, a warning sign for Alzheimer’s disease. The biggest...

New jaw surgery may help treat sleep apnea

In a study from the University of Hong Kong, scientists found a new jaw surgery may help treat moderate to severe OSA.

How sleep habits can influence your weight

About one in three adults in the United States report routinely not getting enough sleep. Sleep insufficiency is associated with increased risk for diabetes, cardiovascular...

Want a short-term New Year’s resolution you may be able to keep? Try Dry...

For many people, New Year's resolutions fall flat on their face by the first of February. But what if your "New Year, New You"...

Insomnia could cause lower back pain and vice versa

In a study from Zhejiang University and elsewhere, scientists found insomnia could cause lower back pain and vice versa. Throughout the course of their life,...

Sleeping on it’ helps you better manage your emotions and mental health – here’s...

Instead of lying awake worrying, we’re often told to “sleep on it” when making decisions both big and small. And there’s actually a scientific basis...

Foot massage improves sleep quality, reduce anxiety effectively in older women

Foot massage can help minimize the number of common menopause symptoms, including sleep disruption, effectively extending sleep duration by an average of an hour per day.

How to reduce the health risks of night shifts

Night shift work increases the risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, and obesity. It disrupts the body’s circadian rhythms—the 24-hour internal “clock” that controls when...