Turn Back the Clock--Prevent a Heart Attack?
Thursday October 30, 2008
It may seem hard to believe, but daylight saving time may save your life every autumn.
In a study reported in the New England Journal of Medicine, Swedish researchers have observed ... Read More
Even Mild Sleep Apnea Puts One’s Heart at Risk
Wednesday October 29, 2008
In an article published in the November issue of the American Journal of Respiratory and Critical Care Medicine, researchers describe how mild sleep apnea may lead to cardiovascular disease. ... Read More
Sleep Apnea May Persist after Surgical Weight Loss
Sunday October 12, 2008
Sleep apnea is a chronic medical condition in which the afflicted person repeatedly stops breathing during sleep, and this is commonly due to excessive weight causing the airway to collapse. ... Read More
Insomnia May Identify Teens at Risk for Early Adult Depression and Substance Abuse
Sunday October 12, 2008
In a recent study published in the journal Sleep, researchers have identified insomnia in teens as a potential risk factor for developing early adult depression and substance abuse.
The study involved ... Read More
Children with Large Necks at Risk for Sleep Apnea, Hyperactivity
Saturday October 11, 2008
Sleep apnea, which is a problem where someone stops breathing while asleep, is more common among the elderly and obese. However, with even children become overweight and obese at ... Read More