Tag: sleep
member name: Sleep Foundation
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October 24, 2008 03:21 PM EDT --
Anyone who has slept with another person in their bed knows that sharing a sleeping space can be disruptive, but when a four-legged friend gets added to the mix, it becomes even more complicated. Read . . .
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December 18, 2008 03:33 PM EST --
Seton Hall University researchers have documented the first case of "sleep e-mailing," in which a 44-year-old woman being treated for insomnia sent several e-mails to her friend while sleeping, . . .
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September 16, 2008 03:24 PM EDT --
Sleep apnea patients who lost their continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) machines as a result of Hurricane Ike can get a replacement through a disaster relief program operated by Awake In America, . . .
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February 17, 2009 11:28 AM EST --
Two University of Wisconsin-Madison students have won the $10,000 top prize in the university's Schoofs Prize for Creativity contest for developing an iPhone application that wakes users up during . . .
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March 27, 2009 04:35 PM EDT --
Spring isn't the only thing in the air this time of year. Allergens such as grass, ragweed and pollen are everywhere. If you're allergic, the symptoms can lead to poor sleep, resulting . . .
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March 26, 2009 01:59 PM EDT --
Students at the Georgia Institute of Technology have designed a device that constantly monitors the amount of calories a person burns - even while he/she sleeps. Learn more.
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October 20, 2008 04:25 PM EDT --
While there are questions about how much sleep is necessary for different age groups or individuals, one thing remains true: You need sleep. Read More .
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March 13, 2009 04:19 PM EDT --
People who sleep on average less than six hours a night could develop impaired fasting glucose, or prediabetes, which can eventually lead to type 2 diabetes, according to research presented this week . . .
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October 16, 2008 01:13 PM EDT --
Check out drowsydriving.org/drivealert2008 for more details.
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September 09, 2008 11:54 AM EDT --
Older women who have trouble staying asleep can experience an increased risk of falls, according to a study in the Archives of Internal Medicine . Read more .
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December 30, 2008 01:19 PM EST --
Mercedes-Benz is expected to reveal the world's first drowsy driving detection system next month at the North American International Auto Show in Detroit, according to AutoWeek . Read more . . . .
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October 02, 2008 12:33 PM EDT --
We all know the myth behind turkey and sleepiness. Certain foods such as turkey contain an amino acid called tryptophan that causes sleepiness, potentially resulting in post-Thanksgiving dinner naps everywhere. . . .
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October 14, 2008 01:49 PM EDT --
When it comes to a good night's sleep, your bed - specifically your mattress - can be your most important resource. But it can be intimidating purchasing a mattress for the very first time. . . .
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September 16, 2008 03:22 PM EDT --
According to a study in the journal Sleep , heavy snoring could significantly increase the risk of carotid atherosclerosis, or plaque buildup within the main arteries of the neck, which can lead to stroke. . . .
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October 17, 2008 01:12 PM EDT --
People experiencing severe obstructive sleep apnea are more likely to consume a diet high in cholesterol, protein, fat and saturated fatty acids, according to a study found in the Journal of Clinical . . .
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February 10, 2009 09:46 AM EST --
In honor of the latest Internet sensation, the National Sleep Foundation has created a list of 25 random facts about sleep. But we're not restricting this information to our 25 closest friends. Share . . .
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February 26, 2009 04:27 PM EST --
The U.K. Sleep Assessment and Advisory Service has found that six common sleeping positions say a lot about what type of person you are, according to an article by MyFoxPhilly.com . Read more .
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December 16, 2008 03:05 PM EST --
Not only do later school start times increase average hours of nightly sleep for adolescents, they also may decrease the risk of motor vehicle crashes, according to a study published in the Journal . . .
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November 07, 2008 03:56 PM EST --
Continuous short sleep patterns in children up to six years old could significantly increase their risk of excess weight or obesity, according to a study in the journal Sleep . Read more .
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November 21, 2008 10:12 AM EST --
While women who regularly exercise can reduce their risk of cancer, not enough sleep can cancel out those benefits, according to findings reported at a meeting of the American Association for Cancer . . .
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