Chronic itch could mean high risks of sleep loss and heart disease
Many people suffer from a skin disorder known as chronic pruritic dermatosis, commonly referred to as “chronic itch.”
In a recent study at Johns Hopkins...
68% of Americans lose sleep to drinking alcohol, study shows
Think twice before drinking that holiday nightcap. Sure, that late-night cocktail or final glass of wine or beer before bed may help you feel...
Healthy sleep habits may help reduce heart failure risk
In a new study, researchers found that adults with the healthiest sleep patterns had a 42% lower risk of heart failure regardless of other...
This new surgery could help treat sleep apnea
Almost 1 billion people are estimated to have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) globally, with the main treatment continuous positive pressure airway (CPAP) tolerated by...
This sleep problem may be risk factor for COVID-19
Sleep apnea causes breaks in breathing (apnea) while a person is asleep.
In a new study, researchers found that sleep apnea could a big risk...
Scientists find a new risk factor of type 2 diabetes
Insomnia is a sleep disorder in which you have trouble falling and/or staying asleep.
The condition can be short-term (acute) or can last a long time...
Insomnia does not go away by itself, study shows
In a new study, researchers found that people with insomnia should not wait it out. It’s getting help so insomnia doesn't persist.
Among more than...
Scientists find a cause of ‘night owl’ sleep disorder
In a new study, researchers found how a genetic mutation throws off the timing of the biological clock, causing a common sleep syndrome called...
Abnormal blood pressure in sleep could increase risks of heart disease, stroke
In a new study, researchers found people who experience high blood pressure while sleeping are more likely to experience future heart disease especially heart...
Scientists find how common mutation leads to ‘night owl’ sleep disorder
A new study by researchers at UC Santa Cruz shows how a genetic mutation throws off the timing of the biological clock, causing a...