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Awake Patients in Pain Have Longer Hospital Stays

Awake Patients in Pain Have Longer Hospital Stays

  According to new research, pain is responsible for the poor sleep and longer recovery time in the hospital for many patients after undergoing a surgical procedure. Researchers at the Henry Ford Hospital in Detroit took advantage of the opportunity to present their findings at the 2014 American Academy of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery (AAO-HNS) […]

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Common Sleep Aid Linked to Increased Trips to the ER

Common Sleep Aid Linked to Increased Trips to the ER

Based on the findings of a new study, you may not want to make medication your first step solution for insomnia woes. The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSA) has released a report regarding the active ingredient found in common sleep aids such as Ambien, Edluar, Ambien CR, and Zolpimist, called zolpidem. Emergency […]

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Reducing Calories May Improve Blood Pressure & Sleep Apnea

Reducing Calories May Improve Blood Pressure & Sleep Apnea

The importance of getting your sleep apnea treatment as soon as possible cannot be stressed enough. According to a new study that was presented at the American Heart Association’s High Blood Pressure Research Scientific Sessions 2014, cutting back on calories may help reduce sleep apnea and lower high blood pressure in people who are obese. […]

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How to Help Your Teenager Sleep Well This School Year

How to Help Your Teenager Sleep Well This School Year

The new school year is in full swing and many parents are rightfully concerned about how their children’s sleep is being affected, especially teenagers. With school start times that don’t agree with them, tons of assignments due, extracurricular activities and other numerous responsibilities, teenagers have a hard time getting the right amount of sleep they […]

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Caffeine May Still Be Holding America Back From Sleep

Caffeine May Still Be Holding America Back From Sleep

Caffeine can easily be named America’s favorite drug, but its negative effects on sleep are often overlooked by many. This commonly used stimulant is everywhere, including coffee, soda, energy drinks, green tea, chocolate and even some over-the-counter medications. Recently, NBC News reported that adults in the U.S. are only sleeping on average 6 hours and […]

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