Neuroscience
Does stroke risk linked to sleep apnea vary by race?
The risk of stroke tied to sleep apnea may vary for Black people and white people, according to a study published in Neurology.
Mar 6, 2024
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News tagged with sleep
Sleep disorders
Researchers explore the science of sleep
In a world first, Australian sleep experts were given just eight weeks to develop and run a sleep treatment program that diagnosed and treated more than 30 volunteers and achieved a success rate greater than 80%
Mar 5, 2024
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Parkinson's & Movement disorders
Patients with Parkinson's disease who experience freezing of gait have sleep disorders, study shows
Parkinson's disease patients who experience freezing of gait (a sudden inability to initiate or continue movement, often resulting in a fall) wake up several times during the night, feel sleepy during the day, and have REM ...
Mar 5, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Vaping worsens sleep quality and the mental health of young people, suggests study
Vape use significantly impacts the sleep quality and anxiety levels of young adults, suggests a new study from the University of Surrey published in the journal Healthcare. Mindfulness was also found to help reduce the risk ...
Mar 5, 2024
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Cardiology
Washington, here's your wake-up call: Daylight saving time may impact your heart health
Losing an extra hour of sleep may not be the worst thing that could happen when you "spring forward" at the start of daylight saving time. According to the American Heart Association, celebrating its Centennial birthday as ...
Mar 5, 2024
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Diabetes
Too little sleep raises risk of type 2 diabetes, suggests study
Adults who sleep only three to five hours a day are at higher risk of developing type 2 diabetes. This is demonstrated in a new study from Uppsala University, published in JAMA Network Open. It also shows that chronic sleep ...
Mar 5, 2024
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Health
The effects of 'blue light' on human health are still unclear, says panel
For years, scientists have expressed concern about potential adverse health effects of excessive exposure to short wavelength light (SWL), which includes the "blue light" from smartphones, laptops, and tablets. However, the ...
Mar 4, 2024
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Neuroscience
Sleep apnea symptoms linked to memory and thinking problems
People who experience sleep apnea may be more likely to also have memory or thinking problems, according to a preliminary study that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology's 76th Annual Meeting taking place ...
Mar 3, 2024
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Psychology & Psychiatry
Sleep and circadian rhythm problems linked with poor mental health—new research
Every cell in the body has a circadian rhythm. This rhythm follows a near 24-hour cycle that is synchronized to day and night. These circadian rhythms are critical for health and well-being.
Mar 2, 2024
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Sleep disorders
Healthy sleep needs a healthy day: Boost exercise to beat your bedtime blues
Early riser or night owl, everyone appreciates a good night's sleep. But despite the best of intentions, quality sleep can elude us, sometimes to the point where it can contribute to serious health issues.
Mar 1, 2024
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