Sleep warning for older men
In a new study from Flinders University, researchers suggest that men aged 65 and over should monitor their sleep patterns and seek medical advice.
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Want to reduce your depression risk? Wake up 1 hour earlier
In a new study from University of Colorado Boulder, researchers found that waking up just one hour earlier could reduce a person's risk of...
This sleep pill can prevent kidney damage in obesity with diabetes
In a new study from the University of Granada, researchers found that melatonin protects from kidney damage caused by obesity with type 2 diabetes.
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Don’t count on caffeine to fight sleep deprivation, study shows
In a new study from Michigan State University, researchers found relying on caffeine to get you through the day isn't always the best way...
Being a ‘night owl’ may increase diabetes risk if you’re overweight
In a new study from the University of Naples Federico II, researchers found that though obesity by itself can drive up heart disease risk,...
This noise could boost your memory function and improve deep sleep
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.
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Long-term use of insomnia drugs may not improve your sleep quality
In a new study from Brigham and Women's Hospital, researchers found that long-term use of prescription meds for insomnia doesn't seem to improve disturbed...
This sleep problem common in people with memory problems
Obstructive sleep apnea is when breathing is repeatedly interrupted during sleep.
Research has shown people with this sleep disorder have an increased risk of developing...
Too much, too little sleep linked to higher heart disease risks
In a new study from Henry Ford Hospital, researchers found that people who clock six to seven hours of sleep a night had the...
Treat this sleep problem may reduce dementia risk
In a new study from Michigan Medicine, researchers found older adults who received positive airway pressure therapy prescribed for obstructive sleep apnea may be...