Sleep

3 small lifestyle changes can help you live longer, studies show

Five more minutes of sleep. Two more minutes of moderate exercise. And an extra half serving of vegetables. Doing these three things every day...

Insufficient sleep may increase older workers’ risk of A-fib: study

Kumamoto, Japan — Older workers who don’t get enough sleep may have a higher risk of developing atrial fibrillation – a condition in which...

Being a night owl might be hard on your heart

Middle-aged and older “night owls” may be at greater risk for cardiovascular issues, according to a recent study conducted by a group of international...

Struggling with insomnia? Tai chi might help

Practicing tai chi, a low-impact martial art that consists of a series of gentle movements, may help adults 50 and older manage chronic insomnia,...
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Shift work may create ‘favorable conditions’ for cancer growth

College Station, TX — Disruptions to the biological clock caused by shift work may increase the development and spread of aggressive breast cancer, a...

Young adults relying on cannabis as a sleep aid, study finds

A recent study of young adults has concluded that more than 1 out of 5 use cannabis or alcohol to help fall asleep – a practice that can “backfire,” researchers are cautioning.

Good sleep promotes ‘brain resilience,’ research shows

Consistently getting a good night’s sleep could help prevent some effects of brain aging and dementia, according to the results of a recent study from the Mayo Clinic’s Center for Sleep Medicine.

Soft sounds for sleep

White noise, pink noise and brown noise – oh my! What do the colors mean? Which one will help us sleep best?
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How does screen time affect your bedtime?

If you’re reading this from a device while in bed, you may be disrupting your sleep and increasing your risk of insomnia, Norwegian researchers caution.

Does sleepiness increase kids’ risk of injury?

Kids who don’t get enough sleep aren’t only at risk of snoozing in class -- they’re also more likely to be injured, results of a recent study show.

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