For women, menopause is a stage of life that simply cannot be avoided. One of the top complaints concerning menopause is the negative impact it has on sleep. Insomnia is prevalent during this stage of life. While hormone replacement therapy and practicing a healthy consistent sleep routine have been shown to be effective, women may […]
If you haven’t been making sleep a priority, tonight is a great time to start! Sleep works wonders for your health, keeping the doctor away, boosting your productivity levels and puts pep in your step. Try these sleep tips to get deep restorative sleep tonight: Fall in Love with the Scent of Lavender: Numerous studies have […]
As sleep is gaining its well deserved position in the spotlight, obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is right alongside it. OSA is a sleep disorder in which a person stops breathing multiple times during periods of rest, due to blockage in their airway. It has been linked to serious health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease, […]
A new study aims to bring better sleep to nursing home residents with Telecare. By employing bed occupancy sensors, floor sensors or enuresis sensors, Telecare allows for older peoples’ sleep to be monitored. It is traditionally used by older people in their own homes, but it could be greatly beneficial for nursing homes as well. Staffing levels, […]
If you find that you are having trouble sleeping, your very own pillow might be to blame. When it comes to sleep, small changes can go a long way toward big improvements. Possible pillow problems: Your pillow is a decade old: While some things may get better with age such as wine and jeans, your pillow is […]
As we age, insomnia is more likely to become an issue. According to the National Sleep Foundation, 67% of older adults suffer from symptoms of insomnia, including daytime sleepiness, and waking up numerous times during the night. Here are some of the things that may contribute to an increase in insomnia amongst older people: 1. […]
When we think of the ideal place to a baby to sleep, it’s likely that we picture a wooden baby crib with a nice mobile hanging above it. However in Finland, that’s not always the norm. Imagine transforming a cardboard box into the perfect place for your newborn to sleep. For more than 75 years, mothers-to –be […]
Drowsy driving is a a serious risk for people on the road, particularly if you work in the transportation industry. Many times a driver will feel alert, not realizing that that are falling asleep. Researchers at the University of Wisconsin-Madison found that it is possible for parts of the brain to shut down and go […]
Scientists have not found why we dream just yet but, it won’t keep them from trying, or us from dreaming. Nightmares especially, can cause serious sleep disruptions. Most of the time, we can simply move on because they don’t happen every night, but for some people it can become a serious health problem. Chronic nightmares […]
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