Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Secondary Causes of Insomnia

Insomnia is defined as difficulty falling or staying asleep, or the complaint of unrestorative/unrefreshing sleep. Most people experience short-term insomnia from time to time, but when insomnia lasts for more than several weeks, it is considered chronic and should be evaluated by a physician. Insomnia used to be classified by sleep specialists as either primary or secondary insomnia. Secondary insomnia was insomnia that was due to an... More at...

Lack of sleep or poor quality sleep may raise the risk of high blood pressure in teens, a new study suggests. More at...

It can lead to stiffening of arteries, study says More at...

New research from the UK shows that minimally troublesome sleep apnea is associated with detrimental changes in blood vessels, suggesting that patients with this condition are at increased risk of cardiovascular disease. More at...

According to a recent survey, one in five people have used prescription medications to increase their brain power or concentration. More at...

Nearly half of mothers participating in the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program are following recommendations on sleeping arrangements for their babies. However, almost one third report sharing a bed with their infant, a known risk factor for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), new research published in the Journal of Pediatrics shows. More at...

Title: 2 Deaths Spur Delta Crib Recall
Category: Health News
Created: 10/21/2008
Last Editorial Review: 10/21/2008 More at...

Title: Pulmonary Hypertension
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 12/31/1997
Last Editorial Review: 10/13/2008 More at...