Thursday, December 11, 2008

Workers with sleep apnea may take more sick leave

Workers with sleep apnea may take more sick leave
People with sleep apnea may be at increased risk of needing an extended sick leave from work or going on permanent work disability, a new study suggests.

To Sleep, Perchance to Remember
Title: To Sleep, Perchance to Remember
Category: Health News
Created: 12/6/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/8/2008

How to protect yourself from "caregiver burnout"
The stress of caretaking can lead to depression, illness, or a feeling of being emotionally worn out.

Eustachian Tube Problems (Problems Clearing Your Ears)
Title: Eustachian Tube Problems (Problems Clearing Your Ears)
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 5/29/1999 9:47:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 11/24/2008

Got a Complex Task? Study, Sleep on It
Title: Got a Complex Task? Study, Sleep on It
Category: Health News
Created: 11/21/2008
Last Editorial Review: 11/21/2008

Insomnia drug helps jet-lag, shift-work troubles
An insomnia drug that helps the body produce more of the sleep hormone melatonin may improve sleep for jet-lagged travelers and shift workers, researchers reported on Monday.

Drug Effective for Temporary Sleep Disruptions
Title: Drug Effective for Temporary Sleep Disruptions
Category: Health News
Created: 12/3/2008 2:00:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 12/3/2008

Impotence, irritability, fatigue may be signs of "male menopause"
A recent study has found that as many as one in five men could be suffering from a health condition known as "male menopause."