Sleep

The right amount of sleep can reduce the risk of dementia

New research suggests that getting the right amount of sleep may be important for maintaining brain health and reducing the risk of dementia.

Doctor warns against sleeping position: It may damage nerves over time

Many people associate poor sleep with not getting enough hours in bed, but experts point out that the body's position during sleep can also affect physical well-being.

Why sleep specialists are warning against fans running all night

A fan may feel like the perfect solution during a heatwave, but sleep experts warn it could quietly be ruining your rest overnight.

Around one in five gained full control of sleep apnea in trial

A new medication has shown promising results against sleep apnea. In the future, more patients may be able to avoid sleeping with a machine.

Mirrors may be affecting your sleep at night

A common object in your bedroom could be quietly preventing you from getting deep, restful sleep.

The right amount of sleep can reduce the risk of dementia

New research suggests that getting the right amount of sleep may be important for maintaining brain health and reducing the risk of dementia.

Doctor warns against sleeping position: It may damage nerves over time

Many people associate poor sleep with not getting enough hours in bed, but experts point out that the body's position during sleep can also affect physical well-being.

Why sleep specialists are warning against fans running all night

A fan may feel like the perfect solution during a heatwave, but sleep experts warn it could quietly be ruining your rest overnight.

Around one in five gained full control of sleep apnea in trial

A new medication has shown promising results against sleep apnea. In the future, more patients may be able to avoid sleeping with a machine.

Waking up at night? Neuroscientist explains technique to fall back asleep

A sleep expert says a simple physiological reset may help calm the body and make it easier to drift off again.

These choices in your 20s and 30s may shape your health for the rest of your life

Research suggests that decisions made early in adulthood have a significant impact on health later in life.

Less than seven hours of sleep linked to shorter lifespan

Many health recommendations focus on diet and exercise. New research, however, suggests that sleep plays a greater role than previously assumed.

New research: AI can predict disease risk based on your sleep

Researchers have used artificial intelligence to identify new patterns in sleep that may provide insight into an individual’s risk of developing future diseases.

Sleep problems may increase the risk of dementia by 40 percent

New research suggests that sleep problems may increase the risk of dementia.

New study links sleep apnea to increased risk of poor mental health

A large study shows that common sleep problems may be closely linked to mental well-being among older adults.