How long you sleep may affect your risk of falls and fractures
In a new study, researchers found that compared with women in a recent study who slept seven to eight hours each night, women who...
Scientists discover why screen time could disrupt sleep
For most, the time spent staring at screens—on computers, phones, iPads—constitutes many hours and can often disrupt sleep.
Now, Salk Institute researchers have pinpointed how...
Don’t let grief hurt your sleep and heart health
In a new study, researchers found that people who have recently lost a spouse are more likely to have sleep disturbances that exacerbate levels...
How sleep deprivation hinders your memory
In a new study, researchers at Michigan State University examined how sleep deprivation affects daily functions.
The results reveal just how detrimental operating without sleep...
People with insomnia are asleep, but they don’t know
In a recent study from Brigham Young University, researchers find the dysfunction in the inhibition process could be what causes those with insomnia to...
Prostate problems linked to depression and sleep disorders
In a new study, researchers find that men who suffer from urological problems such as erectile dysfunction, urinary tract and bladder problems or infertility...
This sleep problem linked to higher risk of gout
In a recent study, researchers find that people with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have a higher risk of developing gout.
OSA is associated with a...
This sleep problem could boost lung cancer growth
A new scientific study shows that sleep apnea can favor lung cancer growth in young individuals.
The study is carried out by researchers from the...
Which is more important to your health: diet, exercise or sleep?
We know that a healthy lifestyle includes a healthy diet, regular exercise and good sleep.
The three components work together to protect our health....
Night owls with prediabetes may have higher obesity risk
In a new study from University of Illinois at Chicago, researchers find that people with prediabetes who go to bed later, eat meals later...