We’ve all experienced a sleepless night or two. Yet the lack of sleep side effects you likely didn’t realize are connected, may convince you it’s time to take your sleep seriously. Recently, a spike in reports of disturbed sleep caused by stress and anxiety related to...

Late fall and winter may bring a lot of great things, from holidays to beautiful seasonal colors and mugs of warm drinks--but it can also be prime time for upper respiratory infections. With vague symptoms like a runny nose, cough, headache, sinus pressure and a...

Everyone gets angry... occasionally. Especially during periods of high stress. It’s also safe to say that right now, during both a global pandemic and a heated election period, many Americans are feeling anxious and dealing with additional circumstances that may be...

We joke about taking a quick snooze when our friends bore us with conversation, but imagine if you were so tired that you really could suddenly fall asleep? Moreover, picture feeling as if you can't move upon waking or seeing vivid dreamlike hypnagogic hallucinations...

Grandpa was a snorer and so is your mother. Does that mean you're genetically destined to snore too? Studies show that snoring is linked to genetics. Coming from a family of snorers makes it 3x more likely that you currently snore or will start. Is Snoring Genetic?...

Do your sleeping patterns have you feeling a bit off? It could be you're falling asleep too early or getting into a routine of waking several hours later than normal. In some cases, such as when traveling to a totally different timezone, need for adjustment is...

Most adults need seven to nine hours of quality sleep per night. So what’s another hour or two? Getting more than nine hours of sleep isn’t bad, right? Wrong. It may be a sign of something more serious. So how much sleep is too much sleep?  Well, the “right”...

We spend one-third of life sleeping. It's a beloved pastime of many. However, it's not just beloved but essential to the mind and body. Read seven eye-opening facts about sleep that may get you thinking about your own sleep behavior and whether you should seek proper...

We're glued to social media, interested in how others are living. However, considering one-third of our lives is spent sleeping, shouldn't we be a little curious about sleeping patterns and behaviors too? The following article lays down the basis as to why men and...

Men's Health Month calls for self care, which requires reflection, honesty, and greater awareness. Did you know 44% of men suffering from erectile dysfunction can trace it to another health concern? For example, there's a direct link between sleep deprivation and...

Those with sleep apnea suffer from exhaustion, even after a 'full' night's sleep. While the thought of obstructed and lapsed breathing is worrisome enough, those inflicted suffer from secondary problems such as marital issues, weight gain, and lower cognitive...

Think about Sleep Apnea Testing during the National High Blood Pressure Month of May May is National High Blood Pressure (HBP) Education Month. September is National Cholesterol Month. Untreated Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is 2 to 3 times greater risk of a heart...

Poor sleep does more damage than simply leaving you tired and irritable the following day. Whether you're not getting enough total hours of sleep or you're experiencing frequent nighttime interruptions, over time consistently poor sleep can lead to a number of serious...

Having trouble getting a good night of sleep? If so, you’re not the only one. Sleep deprivation is a common issue that impacts millions of Americans. About one in three of U.S. adults report not getting a sufficient amount of sleep -- equivalent to at least 7 hours...

Having a hard time either falling asleep or getting a full night of rest? Stress could be the reason you aren’t getting enough sleep, because stress and sleep are so closely tied to each other. There’s a good chance you’re already familiar with how troublesome stress...

Do you routinely find yourself feeling extremely groggy and tired, even after you’ve had a full night of sleep? Perhaps you’re taking naps and still feel exhausted. If you have trouble staying awake during the day, despite the number of hours you sleep and experience...

Untreated sleep apnea can negatively impact your health in a number of ways. Whether it's increasing your odds of type 2 diabetes, heart failure or stroke, sleep apnea is a disorder that should be dealt with sooner rather than later. Beyond the more obvious disruption...

Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) treatment is best known for helping millions of people who suffer from sleep apnea. But CPAP therapy has also been shown to alleviate a number of other health problems as well, including depression. In fact, there’s a strong...

News reports about CPAP machines being used as an alternative to ventilators have created a great deal of misinformation about both devices and their uses. This article explains the differences of the two devices and how CPAP machines cannot serve as a substitute when...

How do you know when it’s time to schedule a sleep test? There are a number of telling signs that will let you know. These signs go beyond having a difficult time getting a good night’s sleep, too. Sleep disorders can rear their ugly heads at any time of the day. This...