Sleep Deprivation Health

More Evidence Ties Shift Work And Sleep Deprivation With Health Problems

The Huffington Post | Amanda L. Chan | Posted 04.13.2012

More bad news for shift workers. A new study is providing even more evidence that poor sleep increases the risk for a number of health problems. R...

How Sleep Can Protect Your Brain

Gary W. Small, M.D. | Posted 03.12.2012

Gary W. Small, M.D.

I love the way I feel after a good night's sleep. My body is rested; my mind feels clear and alert; and I am happy to just linger in bed and relax.

The Link Between Sleeplessness And This Common Condition

Dr. Michael J. Breus | Posted 02.21.2012

Dr. Michael J. Breus

There's some important news for millions of people -- most of them women -- who suffer from the syndrome fibromyalgia: A new study suggests that sleep deprivation is associated with an increased risk of developing fibromyalgia.

Burned Out? How Your Body Pays The Price

Marcelle Pick, OB-GYN N.P. | Posted 10.04.2011

Marcelle Pick, OB-GYN N.P.

'm seeing more and more patients who suffer physically from burnout -- they're tired, but they can't sleep, their blood pressure is off, etc. These symptoms stem from adrenal imbalance.

Could Santa's Lack Of Sleep On Christmas Eve Harm His Health?

Yahoo! News | Posted 11.17.2011

The lack of sleep experienced by Santa, his elves and reindeer around Christmas may put their health at risk, British sleep experts suggest....