Snoring in Children May Stunt Growth
Sunday November 30, 2008
Children who have breathing problems during sleep may be at risk for impairment in normal growth. This is according to a recent study published in the Archives of Disease in ... Read More
What about the Thanksgiving feast makes us sleepy?
Friday November 21, 2008
It is a quintessentially American tradition: gathering with family and friends to feast -- to the point of excess -- and reflect on all for which we can be ... Read More
Short Sleep Duration May Predict Heart Risk in Elderly
Sunday November 16, 2008
According to research published in the Archives of Internal Medicine, sleeping fewer than 7 ½ hours per night could increase the risk of heart disease among the elderly.
In a study ... Read More
Sleep Apnea May Be a Risk Factor for Sudden Cardiac Death
Friday November 14, 2008
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic have found additional evidence that the low oxygen levels associated with obstructive sleep apnea may be a risk factor for sudden cardiac death (SCD). ... Read More
Vitamin-Deficiency Insomnia? Deficient in Evidence
Monday November 3, 2008
While examining some of the latest writings on the Internet related to sleep, I encountered an article that piqued my curiosity. It discussed one of the most common sleep ... Read More