Medical research
Many Latinos in the US don't get enough sleep, and researchers are trying to learn why
A good night's sleep is essential for good health, but many Latinos in the U.S. just don't get enough of it.
Mar 24, 2023
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News tagged with sleep habits
Health
Study finds higher risk of sleep problems in gay, lesbian, and bisexual youth
A new national study, published in LGBT Health, finds that lesbian, gay, and bisexual (LGB) youth are twice as likely to report trouble falling or staying asleep than their straight peers. Greater depression, stress, and ...
Mar 24, 2023
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Health
Poor sleep in middle age can impact brain health, says study
Poor sleep in middle age can have a negative impact on brain health, according to a new study by researchers at The Australian National University (ANU).
Mar 16, 2023
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Health
Short night-time sleep linked with nearly doubled risk of clogged leg arteries
Sleeping less than five hours a night is associated with a 74% raised likelihood of developing peripheral artery disease (PAD) compared with seven to eight hours. That's the finding of a study published today in European ...
Mar 15, 2023
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Alzheimer's disease & dementia
Wintertime wandering: A real danger for people with Alzheimer's
Winter weather can add a layer of danger to the wandering behavior common in people with dementia.
Jan 27, 2023
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Better sleep for kids starts with better sleep for parents, especially after holiday disruptions to routines
Everyone knows that sleep is critical for growing children and their mental and physical health. Regular, high-quality sleep habits help children consolidate memory and learn better. A lack of sleep contributes to childhood ...
Dec 27, 2022
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Health
How to be a morning person
When Rafael Pelayo was an undergraduate student majoring in biology at the University of Puerto Rico, he worked three jobs to pay his way through school. To accommodate his employers, he took 7 a.m. classes, getting up at ...
Oct 31, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
5 signs of depression you shouldn't ignore
It can be painful to watch a friend struggle with their mental health. Here are some common symptoms of depression to watch for and ways to support a friend or loved one who is struggling.
Oct 5, 2022
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Surgery
Adolescents with severe obesity lost weight, kept it off, and erased comorbidities after bariatric surgery
Adolescents suffering with severe obesity who underwent bariatric surgery before the age of 22 had significant and lasting reductions in weight and comorbidities after surgery, according to researchers from UTHealth Houston ...
Sep 20, 2022
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Workplace activity programs can help with stress, anxiety and sleep
Physical activity programs at work can have a positive impact on employee well-being, new research shows, and the powerful benefits can be seen in as little as two months.
Mar 1, 2022
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