There are several risk factors associated with obstructive sleep apnea that are long-standing and well-known. They include lifestyle and health factors such as obesity or excess body weight, high-blood pressure, and alcohol and tobacco use, as well as genetic and demographic factors such as family history of the...

More than 238,000 men are diagnosed with prostate cancer in the United States each year, according to the American Cancer Society. Approximately one in six men will be diagnosed with the disease at some point in their lifetime. What if the quality of sleep plays a role in...

Calories in, calories out. We've all heard this basic, fundamental calculation regarding weight loss and weight gain. To lose weight, we must expend more calories than we take in. Consume more than you need, and the result? The pounds go on. Turns out, lack of sleep may increase daily calorie...

New research about sleepwalking has raised questions about several common beliefs regarding this frequently misunderstood sleep disorder. Researchers at the University of Montreal conducted a comprehensive review of more than 15 years of study on the topic of sleepwalking. Their analysis produced what may be a...

There is an abundant -- and ever-growing -- body of evidence that indicates sleep plays an important role in cardiovascular health. Poor sleep is associated with a range of heart problems, including high blood pressure and increased risk of heart attack. Now, new research shows a link between...

Millions of children and adults struggle with symptoms of Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), a condition marked by problems with concentration, impulse control, organization, and memory. It can be a frustrating and difficult condition, stigmatizing and often isolating for those who suffer from it.

But what if some of...

There's more news about complications that can arise from prescription sleep medication: Side effects from a common prescription sleep aid are sending increasing numbers of people to emergency departments.

The number of people seeking emergency medical treatment for the adverse effects of sleep medications containing zolpidem has...

Diabetes is one of the most serious health problems in the United States and around the world. According to Centers for Disease Control estimates, 1 in 10 American adults currently has diabetes. And, if the CDC projections are correct, those numbers will double or even triple over the...

I read this news story with great interest, as it covers a topic I get asked about a lot: whether it's a good idea for couples to sleep apart to improve their individual sleep.

This is an issue that seems to come up with increasing frequency as...

We all know exercise is good for us. Good for our health, good for our waistlines, good for stress and for our clarity of mind. Exercise is also very -- very -- good for sleep. Research has shown that exercise can improve sleep, including for people with sleep...

The professional sports world appears to be continuing to turn more of its attention to what has been a much-overlooked issue: sleep. This time, it's the National Hockey League that is addressing sleep problems on several fronts.

In response to reports of widespread use, the NHL and the NHL...

Insomnia and disturbed sleep are common among people with depression and other mental health problems. Research indicates that people with depression are significantly more likely to experience insomnia symptoms. Insomnia also has been linked to an elevated risk for suicide. A recent study offers new details...

Insufficient sleep is related to a range of health problems, from diabetes and cardiovascular disease to depression, poor immune function, and cognitive decline, particularly in later years. For all that we know about the health risks associated with lack of sleep, we actually don't know a lot about exactly how...

Moderation and variety are two important keys to eating well for health. Eating a wide range of foods in moderate amounts are hallmarks of a diet in balance, and great ways to help achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Sleep is also an important component of overall health and weight...

Of all the dangers faced by soldiers, sleep is not likely to top many people's lists. But soldiers, like the rest of us, face risks to health and safety from poor and insufficient sleep. And new research indicates they may be at significantly elevated risk for sleep problems,...

Bien trop souvent, le ronflement est considéré comme une nuisance plus qu'un vrai problème de santé. Les gens qui ronflent - et leurs partenaires qui doivent supporter leurs ronflements la nuit - n'ont aucun problème à concéder que c'est perturbant et inconfortable. Mais la plupart ne cherchent pas à de...

All too often, snoring is regarded as a nuisance rather than a real health problem. People who snore -- and the partners who must listen to their snoring at night -- usually have no problem acknowledging that snoring is disruptive and uncomfortable. But most don't look for actual treatment for...

It is one of the most common struggles that couples face: Over the life of a relationship, partners can lose a sense of appreciation for one another. Holding onto a sense of gratitude for each other is one of the hallmarks of couples who stay content in their relationships over...

Do you have a drink or two in the evening as a way to relax and help you to fall asleep? If so, you've got plenty of company. Alcohol is among the most common "sleep aids" that people employ to help them drift off at night. We know that alcohol...

Does your child snore? Does he breathe through his mouth when he sleeps? Do you ever notice pauses in your child's breathing while she's asleep? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, your child may be suffering from sleep-disordered breathing.

Sleep-disordered breathing in children is