In a new online survey, eighty-five percent of people who experience diabetic nerve pain said that their pain was one of the top three most bothersome complications of their diabetes. Despite the fact that people with diabetic nerve pain recognize the condition's impact on their lives and eighty-four percent of those surveyed said they have discussed the condition with a healthcare provider, just slightly less than half of respondents (49 percent) were treating their pain. Complete news at...
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow... Complete news at...
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ImThera Medical, Inc. announced that it has completed development of its Targeted Hypoglossal Neurostimulation (THN) system for Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). More than 800,000 patients in the US are annually diagnosed with OSA. While Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) remains as the established therapy, studies show that up to 50% of patients do not comply with CPAP. Complete news at...
More than 12 million people in the U.S. suffer from sleep apnea, most common among the overweight and obese. More than just loud snoring, it can lead to high blood pressure, stroke, cardiovascular disease and a poor quality of life. For years, doctors have told patients with sleep apnea that their best bet for alleviating it would be to lose weight, but there's been very little research-based evidence to prove that. Complete news at...
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Wednesday, September 30, 2009
WUSTL Research Finds Individual Cells Isolated From The Biological Clock Can Keep Daily Time, But Are Unreliable
WUSTL Research Finds Individual Cells Isolated From The Biological Clock Can Keep Daily Time, But Are Unreliable
Alexis Webb enters a small room at Washington University in St. Louis with walls, floor and ceiling painted dark green, shuts the door, turns off the lights and bends over a microscope in a black box draped with black cloth. Through the microscope, she can see a single nerve cell on a glass cover slip glowing dimly. The glow tells her the isolated nerve cell is busy keeping time. Webb, a graduate fellow in the Neuroscience Ph.D. Program, working with Erik Herzog, Ph.D.
Eating At The Wrong Time Could Be Fueling The Obesity Epidemic
Eat less, exercise more. Now there is new evidence to support adding another "must" to the weight-loss mantra: eat at the right time of day. A Northwestern University study has found that eating at irregular times -- the equivalent of the middle of the night for humans, when the body wants to sleep -- influences weight gain. The regulation of energy by the body's circadian rhythms may play a significant role.
Saving Daylight, Increasing Danger: Daylight Saving Time Leads To Less Sleep, More Injuries On The Job
Every March, most Americans welcome the switch to daylight saving time because of the longer days, but also dread losing an hour of sleep after they move their clocks forward. Now a new study shows that losing just an hour of sleep could pose some dangerous consequences for those in hazardous work environments. The findings are reported in the September issue of the Journal of Applied Psychology, which is published by the American Psychological Association.
Sanofi-Aventis Receives Complete Response Letter From The FDA For Eplivanserin (Ciltyri(R)) Submission
Sanofi-aventis (EURONEXT: SAN and NYSE: SNY) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a complete response letter regarding the company's New Drug Application (NDA) for eplivanserin (Ciltyri(R)). Eplivanserin was reviewed as a potential treatment for patients with chronic insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep maintenance.
Author has Rare Sleep Disorder
George Dawes Green is an author of thrillers including, in 1995, "The Juror" and, in 2009, "Ravens." Writing, or any occupation where a person can set his own hours, is ideal for George Dawes Green, because he has a rare sleep disorder where his hours of sleeping and waking fall later every day. This is known as free-running circadian rhythm sleep disorder.This disorder is related to day and night,to light and darkness and it is...
Alexis Webb enters a small room at Washington University in St. Louis with walls, floor and ceiling painted dark green, shuts the door, turns off the lights and bends over a microscope in a black box draped with black cloth. Through the microscope, she can see a single nerve cell on a glass cover slip glowing dimly. The glow tells her the isolated nerve cell is busy keeping time. Webb, a graduate fellow in the Neuroscience Ph.D. Program, working with Erik Herzog, Ph.D.
Eating At The Wrong Time Could Be Fueling The Obesity Epidemic
Eat less, exercise more. Now there is new evidence to support adding another "must" to the weight-loss mantra: eat at the right time of day. A Northwestern University study has found that eating at irregular times -- the equivalent of the middle of the night for humans, when the body wants to sleep -- influences weight gain. The regulation of energy by the body's circadian rhythms may play a significant role.
Saving Daylight, Increasing Danger: Daylight Saving Time Leads To Less Sleep, More Injuries On The Job
Every March, most Americans welcome the switch to daylight saving time because of the longer days, but also dread losing an hour of sleep after they move their clocks forward. Now a new study shows that losing just an hour of sleep could pose some dangerous consequences for those in hazardous work environments. The findings are reported in the September issue of the Journal of Applied Psychology, which is published by the American Psychological Association.
Sanofi-Aventis Receives Complete Response Letter From The FDA For Eplivanserin (Ciltyri(R)) Submission
Sanofi-aventis (EURONEXT: SAN and NYSE: SNY) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a complete response letter regarding the company's New Drug Application (NDA) for eplivanserin (Ciltyri(R)). Eplivanserin was reviewed as a potential treatment for patients with chronic insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep maintenance.
Author has Rare Sleep Disorder
George Dawes Green is an author of thrillers including, in 1995, "The Juror" and, in 2009, "Ravens." Writing, or any occupation where a person can set his own hours, is ideal for George Dawes Green, because he has a rare sleep disorder where his hours of sleeping and waking fall later every day. This is known as free-running circadian rhythm sleep disorder.This disorder is related to day and night,to light and darkness and it is...
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
It May Be in Your Genes
It May Be in Your Genes
"Gene" is a word used often in today's world - gene pool, gene therapy. genetics. But what, exactly is a gene? The U.S. National Library of Medicine has an excellent definition : "A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases. The Human Genome...
Sleep Apnea Tips
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder....
Author has Rare Sleep Disorder
George Dawes Green is an author of thrillers including, in 1995, "The Juror" and, in 2009, "Ravens." Writing, or any occupation where a person can set his own hours, is ideal for George Dawes Green, because he has a rare sleep disorder where his hours of sleeping and waking fall later every day. This is known as free-running circadian rhythm sleep disorder.This disorder is related to day and night,to light and darkness and it is...
Beware of Late-Night Eating
Sleeplessness Worse for Women
Lack of Exercise = Lack of Sleep
Tommy sprawls on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV screen and the latest Spiderman movie. Shelly is curled up in the easy chair, her only movement her fingers on the controls of her Game Boy. It's a perfect summer day filled with golden sunshine and light breezes. Tommy should be outside playing baseball. On the sidewalk across the street, Shelly's friends are engaged in a game of hopscotch. But hey! Both the kids are quiet and...
Off to College - Probably Not Off to Sleep: Part I
"Gene" is a word used often in today's world - gene pool, gene therapy. genetics. But what, exactly is a gene? The U.S. National Library of Medicine has an excellent definition : "A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases. The Human Genome...
Sleep Apnea Tips
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder....
Author has Rare Sleep Disorder
George Dawes Green is an author of thrillers including, in 1995, "The Juror" and, in 2009, "Ravens." Writing, or any occupation where a person can set his own hours, is ideal for George Dawes Green, because he has a rare sleep disorder where his hours of sleeping and waking fall later every day. This is known as free-running circadian rhythm sleep disorder.This disorder is related to day and night,to light and darkness and it is...
Beware of Late-Night Eating
Sleeplessness Worse for Women
Lack of Exercise = Lack of Sleep
Tommy sprawls on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV screen and the latest Spiderman movie. Shelly is curled up in the easy chair, her only movement her fingers on the controls of her Game Boy. It's a perfect summer day filled with golden sunshine and light breezes. Tommy should be outside playing baseball. On the sidewalk across the street, Shelly's friends are engaged in a game of hopscotch. But hey! Both the kids are quiet and...
Off to College - Probably Not Off to Sleep: Part I
Monday, September 28, 2009
Did Diprivan Lead to Michael Jackson's Death?
It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his... Complete news at...
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow... Complete news at...
"Gene" is a word used often in today's world - gene pool, gene therapy. genetics. But what, exactly is a gene? The U.S. National Library of Medicine has an excellent definition : "A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases. The Human Genome... Complete news at...
With the hectic lifestyles most of us lead these days, napping has become almost a way of life. Think naps are for sissies? Listen. Even the sports teams are getting into it. "A lot of things may change in the NHL," Scott Mellanby of the Atlanta Thrashers says, "but not naps. It's just a part of being a hockey player." One complaint from participants in the Olympics is sleep deprivation. With jet lag and getting used to... Complete news at...
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder.... Complete news at...
I previously posted about the diagnosis of insomnia, the difference between primary and secondary/comorbid insomnia, and the importance of evaluating for and treating any underlying causes of insomnia. I encourage you to read my Secondary Insomnia post before reading any more of this post. Today I will be talking more about medication treatment options for secondary (comorbid) insomnia. Although persons with primary insomnia (insomnia not... Complete news at...
George Dawes Green is an author of thrillers including, in 1995, "The Juror" and, in 2009, "Ravens." Writing, or any occupation where a person can set his own hours, is ideal for George Dawes Green, because he has a rare sleep disorder where his hours of sleeping and waking fall later every day. This is known as free-running circadian rhythm sleep disorder.This disorder is related to day and night,to light and darkness and it is... Complete news at...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective treatment for most cases of primary insomnia, and for selected cases of secondary insomnia. There are a variety of behavioral and psychological treatments that comprise CBT-I, including stimulus control therapy, relaxation training, biofeedback, paradoxical intention, sleep restriction therapy, sleep hygiene education, and cognitive therapy. Usually several of these treatments are... Complete news at...
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow... Complete news at...
"Gene" is a word used often in today's world - gene pool, gene therapy. genetics. But what, exactly is a gene? The U.S. National Library of Medicine has an excellent definition : "A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases. The Human Genome... Complete news at...
With the hectic lifestyles most of us lead these days, napping has become almost a way of life. Think naps are for sissies? Listen. Even the sports teams are getting into it. "A lot of things may change in the NHL," Scott Mellanby of the Atlanta Thrashers says, "but not naps. It's just a part of being a hockey player." One complaint from participants in the Olympics is sleep deprivation. With jet lag and getting used to... Complete news at...
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder.... Complete news at...
I previously posted about the diagnosis of insomnia, the difference between primary and secondary/comorbid insomnia, and the importance of evaluating for and treating any underlying causes of insomnia. I encourage you to read my Secondary Insomnia post before reading any more of this post. Today I will be talking more about medication treatment options for secondary (comorbid) insomnia. Although persons with primary insomnia (insomnia not... Complete news at...
George Dawes Green is an author of thrillers including, in 1995, "The Juror" and, in 2009, "Ravens." Writing, or any occupation where a person can set his own hours, is ideal for George Dawes Green, because he has a rare sleep disorder where his hours of sleeping and waking fall later every day. This is known as free-running circadian rhythm sleep disorder.This disorder is related to day and night,to light and darkness and it is... Complete news at...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I) is an effective treatment for most cases of primary insomnia, and for selected cases of secondary insomnia. There are a variety of behavioral and psychological treatments that comprise CBT-I, including stimulus control therapy, relaxation training, biofeedback, paradoxical intention, sleep restriction therapy, sleep hygiene education, and cognitive therapy. Usually several of these treatments are... Complete news at...
Insomnia Is Bad For The Heart
Can't sleep at night? A new study published in the journal Sleep has found that people who suffer from insomnia have heightened night-time blood pressure, which can lead to cardiac problems. The investigation, which measured the 24-hour blood pressure of insomniacs compared to sound sleepers, was conducted by researchers from the Université de Montréal, its affiliated Hôpital du Sacré-Cour de Montréal Sleep Disorders Centre and the Université Laval. More at...
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In a new online survey, eighty-five percent of people who experience diabetic nerve pain said that their pain was one of the top three most bothersome complications of their diabetes. Despite the fact that people with diabetic nerve pain recognize the condition's impact on their lives and eighty-four percent of those surveyed said they have discussed the condition with a healthcare provider, just slightly less than half of respondents (49 percent) were treating their pain. More at...
Ordinary, loud snoring doesn't seem to be harmful, according to the September issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter. But snorers still may want to seek treatment to stop snoring, reduce embarrassment and improve sleep for themselves and their bed partner. Snoring is caused by relaxed and sagging tissues. As sleep deepens, the tongue relaxes, as do the soft tissues of the throat and the roof of the mouth (soft palate). The tissues can sag into the airway, causing it to narrow. More at...
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Mayo Clinic researchers report that distress and fatigue among medical residents are independent contributors to self-perceived medical errors. The findings appear in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). "We looked at distress and fatigue together and found that both factors can lead to a significant risk of medical error," says Colin West, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic physician and lead author of the study. More at...
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In a new online survey, eighty-five percent of people who experience diabetic nerve pain said that their pain was one of the top three most bothersome complications of their diabetes. Despite the fact that people with diabetic nerve pain recognize the condition's impact on their lives and eighty-four percent of those surveyed said they have discussed the condition with a healthcare provider, just slightly less than half of respondents (49 percent) were treating their pain. More at...
Ordinary, loud snoring doesn't seem to be harmful, according to the September issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter. But snorers still may want to seek treatment to stop snoring, reduce embarrassment and improve sleep for themselves and their bed partner. Snoring is caused by relaxed and sagging tissues. As sleep deepens, the tongue relaxes, as do the soft tissues of the throat and the roof of the mouth (soft palate). The tissues can sag into the airway, causing it to narrow. More at...
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Mayo Clinic researchers report that distress and fatigue among medical residents are independent contributors to self-perceived medical errors. The findings appear in the Journal of the American Medical Association (JAMA). "We looked at distress and fatigue together and found that both factors can lead to a significant risk of medical error," says Colin West, M.D., Ph.D., Mayo Clinic physician and lead author of the study. More at...
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Sunday, September 27, 2009
Is Your Sleep Deprivation Leading You to Diabetes?
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It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his... Continue reading ...
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It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his... Continue reading ...
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Saturday, September 26, 2009
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...
A recent news article states: "Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with behavior problems in children with asthma, researchers have found." But behavior problems are often linked to any type of sleep disordered breathing. It was discovered that approximately a third of children with asthma also had sleep disordered breathing resulting from some form of sleep disorders. Those children had significantly worse behavior... More at...
It's annoying for anyone to have a buzzing mosquito flying around the room. They land for an instant, never long enough to swat them, but just enough to arouse, then off they go again for another circle of the room. This is not only irritating to a child but can be downright frightening. To help keep mosquitoes and other flying insects out of the house, make sure doors are closed quickly. Don't stand and chat with a neighbor with the... More at...
"Gene" is a word used often in today's world - gene pool, gene therapy. genetics. But what, exactly is a gene? The U.S. National Library of Medicine has an excellent definition : "A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases. The Human Genome... More at...
Tommy sprawls on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV screen and the latest Spiderman movie. Shelly is curled up in the easy chair, her only movement her fingers on the controls of her Game Boy. It's a perfect summer day filled with golden sunshine and light breezes. Tommy should be outside playing baseball. On the sidewalk across the street, Shelly's friends are engaged in a game of hopscotch. But hey! Both the kids are quiet and... More at...
A recent news article states: "Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with behavior problems in children with asthma, researchers have found." But behavior problems are often linked to any type of sleep disordered breathing. It was discovered that approximately a third of children with asthma also had sleep disordered breathing resulting from some form of sleep disorders. Those children had significantly worse behavior... More at...
It's annoying for anyone to have a buzzing mosquito flying around the room. They land for an instant, never long enough to swat them, but just enough to arouse, then off they go again for another circle of the room. This is not only irritating to a child but can be downright frightening. To help keep mosquitoes and other flying insects out of the house, make sure doors are closed quickly. Don't stand and chat with a neighbor with the... More at...
"Gene" is a word used often in today's world - gene pool, gene therapy. genetics. But what, exactly is a gene? The U.S. National Library of Medicine has an excellent definition : "A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases. The Human Genome... More at...
Tommy sprawls on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV screen and the latest Spiderman movie. Shelly is curled up in the easy chair, her only movement her fingers on the controls of her Game Boy. It's a perfect summer day filled with golden sunshine and light breezes. Tommy should be outside playing baseball. On the sidewalk across the street, Shelly's friends are engaged in a game of hopscotch. But hey! Both the kids are quiet and... More at...
Friday, September 25, 2009
Better Marriage, Better Sleep
Better Marriage, Better Sleep
Infant Head-Flattening Linked to Ear Infections
Title: Infant Head-Flattening Linked to Ear Infections
Category: Health News
Created: 9/24/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/24/2009
Not Fit to Fly
Sleep Paralysis Gets Screentime – But Not as a Horror Flick
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute Launches Largest Study To Date To Explore "Awakening" Effects Of Common Sleep Drug On Vegetative Patients
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), the research arm of MossRehab, one of the world's leading clinical rehabilitation centers, has launched an ambitious research study to investigate how the sleep drug zolpidem might restore consciousness for patients in the vegetative state.
Top Tips For Healthy And Young Looking Skin
Skin experts say that the best way to keep your skin healthy and looking young is to protect it from the sun and not smoke: and after that, taking care with how you wash and moisturize your skin and also shaving carefully also helps.
Infant Head-Flattening Linked to Ear Infections
Title: Infant Head-Flattening Linked to Ear Infections
Category: Health News
Created: 9/24/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/24/2009
Not Fit to Fly
Sleep Paralysis Gets Screentime – But Not as a Horror Flick
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute Launches Largest Study To Date To Explore "Awakening" Effects Of Common Sleep Drug On Vegetative Patients
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), the research arm of MossRehab, one of the world's leading clinical rehabilitation centers, has launched an ambitious research study to investigate how the sleep drug zolpidem might restore consciousness for patients in the vegetative state.
Top Tips For Healthy And Young Looking Skin
Skin experts say that the best way to keep your skin healthy and looking young is to protect it from the sun and not smoke: and after that, taking care with how you wash and moisturize your skin and also shaving carefully also helps.
Association Between Chemotherapy For Breast Cancer And Disruption Of Sleep-Wake Rhythm In Women
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal Sleep shows that the sleep-wake activity rhythms of breast cancer patients are impaired during the administration of chemotherapy. Results indicate that the first cycle of chemotherapy is associated with a temporary disruption of these rhythms, while repeated administration of chemotherapy results in progressively worse and more enduring impairments. Complete news at...
Ordinary, loud snoring doesn't seem to be harmful, according to the September issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter. But snorers still may want to seek treatment to stop snoring, reduce embarrassment and improve sleep for themselves and their bed partner. Snoring is caused by relaxed and sagging tissues. As sleep deepens, the tongue relaxes, as do the soft tissues of the throat and the roof of the mouth (soft palate). The tissues can sag into the airway, causing it to narrow. Complete news at...
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has approved a sweeping bill designed to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, clearing the way for a vote by the full House in the fall. Complete news at...
Can't sleep at night? A new study published in the journal Sleep has found that people who suffer from insomnia have heightened nighttime blood pressure, which can lead to cardiac problems. The investigation, which measured the 24-hour blood pressure of insomniacs compared to sound sleepers, was conducted by researchers from the Université de Montréal, its affiliated Hôpital du Sacré-Coeur de Montréal Sleep Disorders Centre and the Université Laval. Complete news at...
Sanofi-aventis (EURONEXT: SAN and NYSE: SNY) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a complete response letter regarding the company's New Drug Application (NDA) for eplivanserin (Ciltyri(R)). Eplivanserin was reviewed as a potential treatment for patients with chronic insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep maintenance. Complete news at...
There has been much debate about the relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and sleep. Three new studies in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology explore GERD's effect on sleep quality and the health-care system as well as how a widely prescribed sleeping pill may mask the disease. Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology is the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute. Complete news at...
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), the research arm of MossRehab, one of the world's leading clinical rehabilitation centers, has launched an ambitious research study to investigate how the sleep drug zolpidem might restore consciousness for patients in the vegetative state. Complete news at...
Ordinary, loud snoring doesn't seem to be harmful, according to the September issue of Mayo Clinic Health Letter. But snorers still may want to seek treatment to stop snoring, reduce embarrassment and improve sleep for themselves and their bed partner. Snoring is caused by relaxed and sagging tissues. As sleep deepens, the tongue relaxes, as do the soft tissues of the throat and the roof of the mouth (soft palate). The tissues can sag into the airway, causing it to narrow. Complete news at...
The House Energy and Commerce Committee has approved a sweeping bill designed to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system, clearing the way for a vote by the full House in the fall. Complete news at...
Can't sleep at night? A new study published in the journal Sleep has found that people who suffer from insomnia have heightened nighttime blood pressure, which can lead to cardiac problems. The investigation, which measured the 24-hour blood pressure of insomniacs compared to sound sleepers, was conducted by researchers from the Université de Montréal, its affiliated Hôpital du Sacré-Coeur de Montréal Sleep Disorders Centre and the Université Laval. Complete news at...
Sanofi-aventis (EURONEXT: SAN and NYSE: SNY) announced that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has issued a complete response letter regarding the company's New Drug Application (NDA) for eplivanserin (Ciltyri(R)). Eplivanserin was reviewed as a potential treatment for patients with chronic insomnia characterized by difficulties with sleep maintenance. Complete news at...
There has been much debate about the relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and sleep. Three new studies in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology explore GERD's effect on sleep quality and the health-care system as well as how a widely prescribed sleeping pill may mask the disease. Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology is the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute. Complete news at...
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), the research arm of MossRehab, one of the world's leading clinical rehabilitation centers, has launched an ambitious research study to investigate how the sleep drug zolpidem might restore consciousness for patients in the vegetative state. Complete news at...
Thursday, September 24, 2009
Sleep on the Government's Agenda
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Title: Chemotherapy Linked to Sleep-Wake Cycle Disruptions
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Created: 9/1/2009 8:10:00 AM
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Title: Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Category: Doctor's Views
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Title: Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009
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Title: Chemotherapy Linked to Sleep-Wake Cycle Disruptions
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Wednesday, September 23, 2009
Treating the Winter Blues
Treating the Winter Blues
In my last blog we began a discussion of seasonal affective disorder or SAD. We will pick up where we left off. There is actually some debate in the psychiatric community whether or not SAD is actually a separate diagnosis, apart from general depression. Those who claim it is not suggest that it is no more than a seasonal coincidence that occurs in someone with recurring episodes of depression. As support to this idea...
Memory, Brain Function, and REM Sleep: Are They Related?
In my last blog we discussed at length the different stages of sleep, namely non-REM and REM, the biological need for sleep to stay alive, and started discussing what some researchers believe may be the function of some portions of non-REM sleep. We reviewed how there is some evidence linking declarative memory (memory of facts and figures) to slow wave sleep and procedural memory (the ability to perform tasks like riding a bike or playing...
Drugmakers pour $40 million into healthcare reform debate
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system.
Doctors judge patients by their looks, studies show
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight.
Internet-based therapy may treat insomnia
A new software that uses quizzes, stories, and games may help people who suffer from insomnia, experts say.
Vitamins and herbs that can harm you
Natural remedies such as St. John's wort and fish oil can cause harm if taken in the wrong doses or in conjunction with other drugs, experts say.
The unsolved mystery of sleep
Despite the fact that humans will spend roughly one-third of their lives asleep, scientists still don't know why we do it.
Sleep training helps insomnia in arthritis patients
According to a new study, a type of therapy known as cognitive behavior therapy may ease pain and sleep problems in older people who suffer from both arthritis and insomnia.
In my last blog we began a discussion of seasonal affective disorder or SAD. We will pick up where we left off. There is actually some debate in the psychiatric community whether or not SAD is actually a separate diagnosis, apart from general depression. Those who claim it is not suggest that it is no more than a seasonal coincidence that occurs in someone with recurring episodes of depression. As support to this idea...
Memory, Brain Function, and REM Sleep: Are They Related?
In my last blog we discussed at length the different stages of sleep, namely non-REM and REM, the biological need for sleep to stay alive, and started discussing what some researchers believe may be the function of some portions of non-REM sleep. We reviewed how there is some evidence linking declarative memory (memory of facts and figures) to slow wave sleep and procedural memory (the ability to perform tasks like riding a bike or playing...
Drugmakers pour $40 million into healthcare reform debate
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system.
Doctors judge patients by their looks, studies show
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight.
Internet-based therapy may treat insomnia
A new software that uses quizzes, stories, and games may help people who suffer from insomnia, experts say.
Vitamins and herbs that can harm you
Natural remedies such as St. John's wort and fish oil can cause harm if taken in the wrong doses or in conjunction with other drugs, experts say.
The unsolved mystery of sleep
Despite the fact that humans will spend roughly one-third of their lives asleep, scientists still don't know why we do it.
Sleep training helps insomnia in arthritis patients
According to a new study, a type of therapy known as cognitive behavior therapy may ease pain and sleep problems in older people who suffer from both arthritis and insomnia.
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Moms: A New School Year Can Spell Sleep Relief (or Not)
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Let’s continue talking about restless legs syndrome (RLS). We reviewed some of the symptoms, causes, and adverse effects of restless legs syndrome in the past two blogs, now let’s talk about how RLS is diagnosed. Due to the unusual sensations that patients with RLS complain of, it is sometimes difficult for a healthcare provider to determine if these complaints are actually related to RLS. Contrary to popular... Continue reading ...
In my last blog we were reviewing the fundamental question of why we sleep. We left off trying to sort out the level of activity of the brain and body during different stages of sleep (i.e. Non-REM and REM). During non-REM the body and brain are at their most relaxed state. Ironically, most people think of REM as deep sleep, but actually during REM the level of brain activity resembles the awake state. Our most... Continue reading ...
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In my previous blogs I have written about the importance of good sleep, but I don’t think we ever really explained the significance of sleep deprivation and the effects on society and the individual. I thought that it would be a good idea to go over some significant facts and figures to convince you of the importance of getting a good restful sleep and of the need to address sleep problems with your doctor.What is sleep deprivation?It is... Continue reading ...
You’ve all seen the ads. You might have even heard about the charges of “disease mongering” that have been bandied about, specifically about this disorder. We are going to start covering the topic of restless legs syndrome (RLS). (By the way, disease mongering is when someone with a financial interest in a disease, like a pharmaceutical company with an effective medicine, publicizes a disorder with the sole... Continue reading ...
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Let’s continue talking about restless legs syndrome (RLS). We reviewed some of the symptoms, causes, and adverse effects of restless legs syndrome in the past two blogs, now let’s talk about how RLS is diagnosed. Due to the unusual sensations that patients with RLS complain of, it is sometimes difficult for a healthcare provider to determine if these complaints are actually related to RLS. Contrary to popular... Continue reading ...
In my last blog we were reviewing the fundamental question of why we sleep. We left off trying to sort out the level of activity of the brain and body during different stages of sleep (i.e. Non-REM and REM). During non-REM the body and brain are at their most relaxed state. Ironically, most people think of REM as deep sleep, but actually during REM the level of brain activity resembles the awake state. Our most... Continue reading ...
Continue reading ...
In my previous blogs I have written about the importance of good sleep, but I don’t think we ever really explained the significance of sleep deprivation and the effects on society and the individual. I thought that it would be a good idea to go over some significant facts and figures to convince you of the importance of getting a good restful sleep and of the need to address sleep problems with your doctor.What is sleep deprivation?It is... Continue reading ...
You’ve all seen the ads. You might have even heard about the charges of “disease mongering” that have been bandied about, specifically about this disorder. We are going to start covering the topic of restless legs syndrome (RLS). (By the way, disease mongering is when someone with a financial interest in a disease, like a pharmaceutical company with an effective medicine, publicizes a disorder with the sole... Continue reading ...
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School Days Give Some Kids a Headache
Title: School Days Give Some Kids a Headache
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 4:10:00 PM
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Title: Health Tip: Can't Sleep?
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Created: 9/2/2009 8:10:00 AM
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Title: Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
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Created: 9/3/2009 12:10:00 PM
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Title: Health Tip: Can't Sleep?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/2/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 12:10:00 PM
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Monday, September 21, 2009
Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Title: Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/4/2009 More at...
"Gene" is a word used often in today's world - gene pool, gene therapy. genetics. But what, exactly is a gene? The U.S. National Library of Medicine has an excellent definition : "A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases. The Human Genome... More at...
Title: Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009 More at...
Title: Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/8/2009 10:09:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/8/2009 10:09:46 AM More at...
Title: Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2009 More at...
Title: Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009
Last Editorial Review: 9/2/2009 More at...
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Created: 9/3/2009 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/4/2009 More at...
"Gene" is a word used often in today's world - gene pool, gene therapy. genetics. But what, exactly is a gene? The U.S. National Library of Medicine has an excellent definition : "A gene is the basic physical and functional unit of heredity. Genes, which are made up of DNA, act as instructions to make molecules called proteins. In humans, genes vary in size from a few hundred DNA bases to more than 2 million bases. The Human Genome... More at...
Title: Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009 More at...
Title: Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/8/2009 10:09:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/8/2009 10:09:46 AM More at...
Title: Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2009 More at...
Title: Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009
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Sunday, September 20, 2009
Stormy Weather, Stormy Sleep
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It's annoying for anyone to have a buzzing mosquito flying around the room. They land for an instant, never long enough to swat them, but just enough to arouse, then off they go again for another circle of the room. This is not only irritating to a child but can be downright frightening. To help keep mosquitoes and other flying insects out of the house, make sure doors are closed quickly. Don't stand and chat with a neighbor with the... Continue reading ...
Title: PMS vs. PMDD - Whats' the Scoop?
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 6/26/2001 5:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/10/2009 Continue reading ...
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder.... Continue reading ...
It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his... Continue reading ...
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Title: Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/8/2009 10:09:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/8/2009 10:09:46 AM Continue reading ...
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It's annoying for anyone to have a buzzing mosquito flying around the room. They land for an instant, never long enough to swat them, but just enough to arouse, then off they go again for another circle of the room. This is not only irritating to a child but can be downright frightening. To help keep mosquitoes and other flying insects out of the house, make sure doors are closed quickly. Don't stand and chat with a neighbor with the... Continue reading ...
Title: PMS vs. PMDD - Whats' the Scoop?
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 6/26/2001 5:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/10/2009 Continue reading ...
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder.... Continue reading ...
It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his... Continue reading ...
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Title: Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/8/2009 10:09:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/8/2009 10:09:46 AM Continue reading ...
Blood Pressure Increased By Insomnia
Blood Pressure Increased By Insomnia
Can't sleep at night? A new study published in the journal Sleep has found that people who suffer from insomnia have heightened nighttime blood pressure, which can lead to cardiac problems. The investigation, which measured the 24-hour blood pressure of insomniacs compared to sound sleepers, was conducted by researchers from the Université de Montréal, its affiliated Hôpital du Sacré-Coeur de Montréal Sleep Disorders Centre and the Université Laval.
Sleep Quality Negatively Impacted By GERD, Results In Considerable Economic Burden
There has been much debate about the relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and sleep. Three new studies in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology explore GERD's effect on sleep quality and the health-care system as well as how a widely prescribed sleeping pill may mask the disease. Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology is the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute.
Association Between Chemotherapy For Breast Cancer And Disruption Of Sleep-Wake Rhythm In Women
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal Sleep shows that the sleep-wake activity rhythms of breast cancer patients are impaired during the administration of chemotherapy. Results indicate that the first cycle of chemotherapy is associated with a temporary disruption of these rhythms, while repeated administration of chemotherapy results in progressively worse and more enduring impairments.
Saving Daylight, Increasing Danger: Daylight Saving Time Leads To Less Sleep, More Injuries On The Job
Every March, most Americans welcome the switch to daylight saving time because of the longer days, but also dread losing an hour of sleep after they move their clocks forward. Now a new study shows that losing just an hour of sleep could pose some dangerous consequences for those in hazardous work environments. The findings are reported in the September issue of the Journal of Applied Psychology, which is published by the American Psychological Association.
Philips Introduces FullLife Full-face Mask As Minimal-contact Alternative For Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients
Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) today announced the introduction of the FullLife full-face mask for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This revolutionary mask covers both the nose and mouth, while being compact and offering a clear line of sight for patients. The mask is being launched first in the U.S., followed by Canada; a global launch is planned for September 2009.
Wireless Sensor Systems Enable A Better Sleep
Sleep disorder is a major health problem. 10% of the population of the U.S. is affected by sleep apneas, and 1 billion people worldwide experience some kind of chronic nasal congestion during sleep. IMEC's wireless sleep staging system which is light weight, wearable and miniaturized can drastically increase the comfort of sleep disorders tests.
Sleep Apnea Tips
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder....
Can't sleep at night? A new study published in the journal Sleep has found that people who suffer from insomnia have heightened nighttime blood pressure, which can lead to cardiac problems. The investigation, which measured the 24-hour blood pressure of insomniacs compared to sound sleepers, was conducted by researchers from the Université de Montréal, its affiliated Hôpital du Sacré-Coeur de Montréal Sleep Disorders Centre and the Université Laval.
Sleep Quality Negatively Impacted By GERD, Results In Considerable Economic Burden
There has been much debate about the relationship between gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) and sleep. Three new studies in Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology explore GERD's effect on sleep quality and the health-care system as well as how a widely prescribed sleeping pill may mask the disease. Clinical Gastroenterology and Hepatology is the official journal of the American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) Institute.
Association Between Chemotherapy For Breast Cancer And Disruption Of Sleep-Wake Rhythm In Women
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal Sleep shows that the sleep-wake activity rhythms of breast cancer patients are impaired during the administration of chemotherapy. Results indicate that the first cycle of chemotherapy is associated with a temporary disruption of these rhythms, while repeated administration of chemotherapy results in progressively worse and more enduring impairments.
Saving Daylight, Increasing Danger: Daylight Saving Time Leads To Less Sleep, More Injuries On The Job
Every March, most Americans welcome the switch to daylight saving time because of the longer days, but also dread losing an hour of sleep after they move their clocks forward. Now a new study shows that losing just an hour of sleep could pose some dangerous consequences for those in hazardous work environments. The findings are reported in the September issue of the Journal of Applied Psychology, which is published by the American Psychological Association.
Philips Introduces FullLife Full-face Mask As Minimal-contact Alternative For Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients
Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) today announced the introduction of the FullLife full-face mask for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This revolutionary mask covers both the nose and mouth, while being compact and offering a clear line of sight for patients. The mask is being launched first in the U.S., followed by Canada; a global launch is planned for September 2009.
Wireless Sensor Systems Enable A Better Sleep
Sleep disorder is a major health problem. 10% of the population of the U.S. is affected by sleep apneas, and 1 billion people worldwide experience some kind of chronic nasal congestion during sleep. IMEC's wireless sleep staging system which is light weight, wearable and miniaturized can drastically increase the comfort of sleep disorders tests.
Sleep Apnea Tips
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder....
Saturday, September 19, 2009
MSU Research: Sleep Helps Reduce Errors In Memory
MSU Research: Sleep Helps Reduce Errors In Memory
Sleep may reduce mistakes in memory, according to a first-of-its-kind study led by a cognitive neuroscientist at Michigan State University. The findings, which appear in the September issue of the journal Learning & Memory, have practical implications for everyone from students flubbing multiple choice tests to senior citizens confusing their medications, said Kimberly Fenn, principal investigator and MSU assistant professor of psychology.
UCLA Scientist Ask 'Why Sleep?' Analysis Shows Snoozing Is A Strategy To Increase Efficiency, Minimize Risk
Bats, birds, box turtles, humans and many other animals share at least one thing in common: They sleep. Humans, in fact, spend roughly one-third of their lives asleep, but sleep researchers still don't know why. According to the journal Science, the function of sleep is one of the 125 greatest unsolved mysteries in science.
2-Way Communication Between Common Biological Pathways And Body's Daily Clock Revealed By Gene Screen
While scientists have known for several years that our body's internal clock helps regulate many biological processes, researchers have found that the reverse is also true: Many common biological processes - including insulin metabolism - regulate the clock, according to a new study by investigators at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, the Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation, and the University of California at San Diego.
Association Between Chemotherapy For Breast Cancer And Disruption Of Sleep-Wake Rhythm In Women
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal Sleep shows that the sleep-wake activity rhythms of breast cancer patients are impaired during the administration of chemotherapy. Results indicate that the first cycle of chemotherapy is associated with a temporary disruption of these rhythms, while repeated administration of chemotherapy results in progressively worse and more enduring impairments.
Lack of Exercise = Lack of Sleep
Tommy sprawls on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV screen and the latest Spiderman movie. Shelly is curled up in the easy chair, her only movement her fingers on the controls of her Game Boy. It's a perfect summer day filled with golden sunshine and light breezes. Tommy should be outside playing baseball. On the sidewalk across the street, Shelly's friends are engaged in a game of hopscotch. But hey! Both the kids are quiet and...
WUSTL Research Finds Individual Cells Isolated From The Biological Clock Can Keep Daily Time, But Are Unreliable
Alexis Webb enters a small room at Washington University in St. Louis with walls, floor and ceiling painted dark green, shuts the door, turns off the lights and bends over a microscope in a black box draped with black cloth. Through the microscope, she can see a single nerve cell on a glass cover slip glowing dimly. The glow tells her the isolated nerve cell is busy keeping time. Webb, a graduate fellow in the Neuroscience Ph.D. Program, working with Erik Herzog, Ph.D.
Did Diprivan Lead to Michael Jackson's Death?
It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his...
Your Diet and Sleep
Sleep disorders of all kinds affect millions of people every day. However, facts concerning sleep and the disorders associated with sleep are not widely known to the public. The sad aspect to this subject, is that many doctors are not versed in sleep disorders as well. Much of the research that one may encounter has been compiled due to personal experiences or through a personal search for knowledge. If you feel that you cannot go through a day...
Sleep may reduce mistakes in memory, according to a first-of-its-kind study led by a cognitive neuroscientist at Michigan State University. The findings, which appear in the September issue of the journal Learning & Memory, have practical implications for everyone from students flubbing multiple choice tests to senior citizens confusing their medications, said Kimberly Fenn, principal investigator and MSU assistant professor of psychology.
UCLA Scientist Ask 'Why Sleep?' Analysis Shows Snoozing Is A Strategy To Increase Efficiency, Minimize Risk
Bats, birds, box turtles, humans and many other animals share at least one thing in common: They sleep. Humans, in fact, spend roughly one-third of their lives asleep, but sleep researchers still don't know why. According to the journal Science, the function of sleep is one of the 125 greatest unsolved mysteries in science.
2-Way Communication Between Common Biological Pathways And Body's Daily Clock Revealed By Gene Screen
While scientists have known for several years that our body's internal clock helps regulate many biological processes, researchers have found that the reverse is also true: Many common biological processes - including insulin metabolism - regulate the clock, according to a new study by investigators at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, the Genomics Institute of the Novartis Research Foundation, and the University of California at San Diego.
Association Between Chemotherapy For Breast Cancer And Disruption Of Sleep-Wake Rhythm In Women
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal Sleep shows that the sleep-wake activity rhythms of breast cancer patients are impaired during the administration of chemotherapy. Results indicate that the first cycle of chemotherapy is associated with a temporary disruption of these rhythms, while repeated administration of chemotherapy results in progressively worse and more enduring impairments.
Lack of Exercise = Lack of Sleep
Tommy sprawls on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV screen and the latest Spiderman movie. Shelly is curled up in the easy chair, her only movement her fingers on the controls of her Game Boy. It's a perfect summer day filled with golden sunshine and light breezes. Tommy should be outside playing baseball. On the sidewalk across the street, Shelly's friends are engaged in a game of hopscotch. But hey! Both the kids are quiet and...
WUSTL Research Finds Individual Cells Isolated From The Biological Clock Can Keep Daily Time, But Are Unreliable
Alexis Webb enters a small room at Washington University in St. Louis with walls, floor and ceiling painted dark green, shuts the door, turns off the lights and bends over a microscope in a black box draped with black cloth. Through the microscope, she can see a single nerve cell on a glass cover slip glowing dimly. The glow tells her the isolated nerve cell is busy keeping time. Webb, a graduate fellow in the Neuroscience Ph.D. Program, working with Erik Herzog, Ph.D.
Did Diprivan Lead to Michael Jackson's Death?
It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his...
Your Diet and Sleep
Sleep disorders of all kinds affect millions of people every day. However, facts concerning sleep and the disorders associated with sleep are not widely known to the public. The sad aspect to this subject, is that many doctors are not versed in sleep disorders as well. Much of the research that one may encounter has been compiled due to personal experiences or through a personal search for knowledge. If you feel that you cannot go through a day...
Friday, September 18, 2009
Sleep Paralysis Gets Screentime – But Not as a Horror Flick
Sleep Paralysis Gets Screentime – But Not as a Horror Flick
Insomnia patients often prescribed antidepressants, not sleep meds
Almost 40 million Americans suffer from chronic insomnia, but new research suggests that doctors often prescribe antidepressants for the disorder instead of sleep meds.
Fido or Tabby Got Your Sleep?
Lack of Exercise = Lack of Sleep
Tommy sprawls on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV screen and the latest Spiderman movie. Shelly is curled up in the easy chair, her only movement her fingers on the controls of her Game Boy. It's a perfect summer day filled with golden sunshine and light breezes. Tommy should be outside playing baseball. On the sidewalk across the street, Shelly's friends are engaged in a game of hopscotch. But hey! Both the kids are quiet and...
The Sounds and Sleeplessness in the ICU (Part I)
Sleeplessness Worse for Women
Not Fit to Fly
Insomnia patients often prescribed antidepressants, not sleep meds
Almost 40 million Americans suffer from chronic insomnia, but new research suggests that doctors often prescribe antidepressants for the disorder instead of sleep meds.
Fido or Tabby Got Your Sleep?
Lack of Exercise = Lack of Sleep
Tommy sprawls on the couch, his eyes glued to the TV screen and the latest Spiderman movie. Shelly is curled up in the easy chair, her only movement her fingers on the controls of her Game Boy. It's a perfect summer day filled with golden sunshine and light breezes. Tommy should be outside playing baseball. On the sidewalk across the street, Shelly's friends are engaged in a game of hopscotch. But hey! Both the kids are quiet and...
The Sounds and Sleeplessness in the ICU (Part I)
Sleeplessness Worse for Women
Not Fit to Fly
Thursday, September 17, 2009
What is Nocturia?
I suffer from nocturia. It's believed that over two-thirds of people over 55 may also struggle with nocturia. They just aren't able to put a name to it. What is nocturia? Nocturia isn't actually a sleep disorder. A better description would be a sleep related problem. In simple words, nocturia is the need to get up to go to the bathroom to urinate several times a night. Having this happen once or twice a night is actually normal, but... Continue reading ...
In this blog, I am going to deal with a question that has stumped some of the most talented researchers in the world. That should hopefully get your attention- this vexing question seems simple, but represents the “holy grail” of biology. The question: why do we sleep? Consider this- we spend approximately one-third of lives doing it and scientists are still not quit sure why. (Much of this and future blogs on... Continue reading ...
In my previous blogs I have written about the importance of good sleep, but I don’t think we ever really explained the significance of sleep deprivation and the effects on society and the individual. I thought that it would be a good idea to go over some significant facts and figures to convince you of the importance of getting a good restful sleep and of the need to address sleep problems with your doctor.What is sleep deprivation?It is... Continue reading ...
In my last blog we began a discussion of seasonal affective disorder or SAD. We will pick up where we left off. There is actually some debate in the psychiatric community whether or not SAD is actually a separate diagnosis, apart from general depression. Those who claim it is not suggest that it is no more than a seasonal coincidence that occurs in someone with recurring episodes of depression. As support to this idea... Continue reading ...
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder.... Continue reading ...
We started our discussion about restless legs syndrome (RLS) in my recent blog, so let’s continue where we left off. Mild symptoms of RLS occur in 5-15% of the general population, which makes it the second or third most common sleep disorder. Of these cases, only about 2-3% are considered clinically severe enough to require treatment. It appears to occur more commonly in females and can even affect children. Due... Continue reading ...
With the hectic lifestyles most of us lead these days, napping has become almost a way of life. Think naps are for sissies? Listen. Even the sports teams are getting into it. "A lot of things may change in the NHL," Scott Mellanby of the Atlanta Thrashers says, "but not naps. It's just a part of being a hockey player." One complaint from participants in the Olympics is sleep deprivation. With jet lag and getting used to... Continue reading ...
A recent news article states: "Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with behavior problems in children with asthma, researchers have found." But behavior problems are often linked to any type of sleep disordered breathing. It was discovered that approximately a third of children with asthma also had sleep disordered breathing resulting from some form of sleep disorders. Those children had significantly worse behavior... Continue reading ...
In this blog, I am going to deal with a question that has stumped some of the most talented researchers in the world. That should hopefully get your attention- this vexing question seems simple, but represents the “holy grail” of biology. The question: why do we sleep? Consider this- we spend approximately one-third of lives doing it and scientists are still not quit sure why. (Much of this and future blogs on... Continue reading ...
In my previous blogs I have written about the importance of good sleep, but I don’t think we ever really explained the significance of sleep deprivation and the effects on society and the individual. I thought that it would be a good idea to go over some significant facts and figures to convince you of the importance of getting a good restful sleep and of the need to address sleep problems with your doctor.What is sleep deprivation?It is... Continue reading ...
In my last blog we began a discussion of seasonal affective disorder or SAD. We will pick up where we left off. There is actually some debate in the psychiatric community whether or not SAD is actually a separate diagnosis, apart from general depression. Those who claim it is not suggest that it is no more than a seasonal coincidence that occurs in someone with recurring episodes of depression. As support to this idea... Continue reading ...
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder.... Continue reading ...
We started our discussion about restless legs syndrome (RLS) in my recent blog, so let’s continue where we left off. Mild symptoms of RLS occur in 5-15% of the general population, which makes it the second or third most common sleep disorder. Of these cases, only about 2-3% are considered clinically severe enough to require treatment. It appears to occur more commonly in females and can even affect children. Due... Continue reading ...
With the hectic lifestyles most of us lead these days, napping has become almost a way of life. Think naps are for sissies? Listen. Even the sports teams are getting into it. "A lot of things may change in the NHL," Scott Mellanby of the Atlanta Thrashers says, "but not naps. It's just a part of being a hockey player." One complaint from participants in the Olympics is sleep deprivation. With jet lag and getting used to... Continue reading ...
A recent news article states: "Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with behavior problems in children with asthma, researchers have found." But behavior problems are often linked to any type of sleep disordered breathing. It was discovered that approximately a third of children with asthma also had sleep disordered breathing resulting from some form of sleep disorders. Those children had significantly worse behavior... Continue reading ...
Wednesday, September 16, 2009
Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Title: Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009
Last Editorial Review: 9/2/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Health Tip: Can't Sleep?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/2/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/8/2009 10:09:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/8/2009 10:09:46 AM Complete news at...
Title: Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009 Complete news at...
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow... Complete news at...
Title: Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 11/22/1998 6:38:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/9/2009 Complete news at...
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009
Last Editorial Review: 9/2/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Health Tip: Can't Sleep?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/2/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/8/2009 10:09:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/8/2009 10:09:46 AM Complete news at...
Title: Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009 Complete news at...
Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow... Complete news at...
Title: Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 11/22/1998 6:38:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/9/2009 Complete news at...
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute Launches Largest Study To Date To Explore "Awakening" Effects Of Common Sleep Drug On Vegetative Patients
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), the research arm of MossRehab, one of the world's leading clinical rehabilitation centers, has launched an ambitious research study to investigate how the sleep drug zolpidem might restore consciousness for patients in the vegetative state. Continue reading ...
Title: Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2009 Continue reading ...
According to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF), almost six out of ten Americans report having insomnia and sleep problems at least a few nights a week. Insomnia is defined as "An inability to fall asleep or remain asleep long enough to feel rested, especially when the problem continues over time." In an effort to combat this, as many as 25 percent of the people in the United States use medications to help them sleep. Continue reading ...
More than one third of photos in women's magazines depicted babies in unsafe sleep positions, according to a new study in Pediatrics. Additionally, the study found that two-thirds of sleep environments depicted in these magazines were also unsafe. Led by SIDS researchers Rachel Moon, MD, a pediatrician, and Brandi Joyner at Children's National Medical Center, the study analyzed pictures of sleeping infants in 24 magazines with wide circulation among 20- to 40-year-old women. Continue reading ...
You’ve all seen the ads. You might have even heard about the charges of “disease mongering” that have been bandied about, specifically about this disorder. We are going to start covering the topic of restless legs syndrome (RLS). (By the way, disease mongering is when someone with a financial interest in a disease, like a pharmaceutical company with an effective medicine, publicizes a disorder with the sole... Continue reading ...
Title: Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2009 Continue reading ...
According to the National Sleep Foundation (NSF), almost six out of ten Americans report having insomnia and sleep problems at least a few nights a week. Insomnia is defined as "An inability to fall asleep or remain asleep long enough to feel rested, especially when the problem continues over time." In an effort to combat this, as many as 25 percent of the people in the United States use medications to help them sleep. Continue reading ...
More than one third of photos in women's magazines depicted babies in unsafe sleep positions, according to a new study in Pediatrics. Additionally, the study found that two-thirds of sleep environments depicted in these magazines were also unsafe. Led by SIDS researchers Rachel Moon, MD, a pediatrician, and Brandi Joyner at Children's National Medical Center, the study analyzed pictures of sleeping infants in 24 magazines with wide circulation among 20- to 40-year-old women. Continue reading ...
You’ve all seen the ads. You might have even heard about the charges of “disease mongering” that have been bandied about, specifically about this disorder. We are going to start covering the topic of restless legs syndrome (RLS). (By the way, disease mongering is when someone with a financial interest in a disease, like a pharmaceutical company with an effective medicine, publicizes a disorder with the sole... Continue reading ...
Tuesday, September 15, 2009
Insomnia patients often prescribed antidepressants, not sleep meds
Almost 40 million Americans suffer from chronic insomnia, but new research suggests that doctors often prescribe antidepressants for the disorder instead of sleep meds. Complete news at...
Title: Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/4/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 11/22/1998 6:38:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/9/2009 Complete news at...
George Dawes Green is an author of thrillers including, in 1995, "The Juror" and, in 2009, "Ravens." Writing, or any occupation where a person can set his own hours, is ideal for George Dawes Green, because he has a rare sleep disorder where his hours of sleeping and waking fall later every day. This is known as free-running circadian rhythm sleep disorder.This disorder is related to day and night,to light and darkness and it is... Complete news at...
A course of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) may help insomnia patients get a better night's sleep, even long after the treatment ends. Complete news at...
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight. Complete news at...
Title: Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/4/2009 Complete news at...
Title: Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 11/22/1998 6:38:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/9/2009 Complete news at...
George Dawes Green is an author of thrillers including, in 1995, "The Juror" and, in 2009, "Ravens." Writing, or any occupation where a person can set his own hours, is ideal for George Dawes Green, because he has a rare sleep disorder where his hours of sleeping and waking fall later every day. This is known as free-running circadian rhythm sleep disorder.This disorder is related to day and night,to light and darkness and it is... Complete news at...
A course of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) may help insomnia patients get a better night's sleep, even long after the treatment ends. Complete news at...
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight. Complete news at...
Monday, September 14, 2009
Sleep Disturbances And Workplace Bullying
Sleep Disturbances And Workplace Bullying
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal SLEEP shows that current or past exposure to workplace bullying is associated with increased sleep disturbances. Associations also were found between observed bullying and sleep disruption, indicating that bullying has detrimental effects even when it is experienced indirectly.
Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Title: Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2009
Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Title: Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 11/22/1998 6:38:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/9/2009
Teen Athletes Sleep Better Than Couch Potatoes
Title: Teen Athletes Sleep Better Than Couch Potatoes
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 4:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute Launches Largest Study To Date To Explore "Awakening" Effects Of Common Sleep Drug On Vegetative Patients
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), the research arm of MossRehab, one of the world's leading clinical rehabilitation centers, has launched an ambitious research study to investigate how the sleep drug zolpidem might restore consciousness for patients in the vegetative state.
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal SLEEP shows that current or past exposure to workplace bullying is associated with increased sleep disturbances. Associations also were found between observed bullying and sleep disruption, indicating that bullying has detrimental effects even when it is experienced indirectly.
Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Title: Soothe Back-to-School Anxiety, Teach Kids to Relax
Category: Health News
Created: 8/23/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/24/2009
Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Title: Herbs: Toxicities And Drug Interactions
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 11/22/1998 6:38:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/9/2009
Teen Athletes Sleep Better Than Couch Potatoes
Title: Teen Athletes Sleep Better Than Couch Potatoes
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 4:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute Launches Largest Study To Date To Explore "Awakening" Effects Of Common Sleep Drug On Vegetative Patients
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), the research arm of MossRehab, one of the world's leading clinical rehabilitation centers, has launched an ambitious research study to investigate how the sleep drug zolpidem might restore consciousness for patients in the vegetative state.
Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Title: Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/4/2009
PMS vs. PMDD - Whats' the Scoop?
Title: PMS vs. PMDD - Whats' the Scoop?
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 6/26/2001 5:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/10/2009
Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Title: Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009
Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Title: Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/8/2009 10:09:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/8/2009 10:09:46 AM
Secondary Insomnia and the Drugs Used To Treat It
I previously posted about the diagnosis of insomnia, the difference between primary and secondary/comorbid insomnia, and the importance of evaluating for and treating any underlying causes of insomnia. I encourage you to read my Secondary Insomnia post before reading any more of this post. Today I will be talking more about medication treatment options for secondary (comorbid) insomnia. Although persons with primary insomnia (insomnia not...
School Days Give Some Kids a Headache
Title: School Days Give Some Kids a Headache
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 4:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/4/2009
Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Title: Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2009
Title: Nightly Snacking May Speed Weight Gain
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 12:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/4/2009
PMS vs. PMDD - Whats' the Scoop?
Title: PMS vs. PMDD - Whats' the Scoop?
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 6/26/2001 5:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/10/2009
Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Title: Sleep Training Helps Ease Insomnia Tied to Arthritis
Category: Health News
Created: 8/20/2009 2:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 8/21/2009
Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Title: Eat Late, Put on Weight?
Category: Health News
Created: 9/8/2009 10:09:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/8/2009 10:09:46 AM
Secondary Insomnia and the Drugs Used To Treat It
I previously posted about the diagnosis of insomnia, the difference between primary and secondary/comorbid insomnia, and the importance of evaluating for and treating any underlying causes of insomnia. I encourage you to read my Secondary Insomnia post before reading any more of this post. Today I will be talking more about medication treatment options for secondary (comorbid) insomnia. Although persons with primary insomnia (insomnia not...
School Days Give Some Kids a Headache
Title: School Days Give Some Kids a Headache
Category: Health News
Created: 9/3/2009 4:10:00 PM
Last Editorial Review: 9/4/2009
Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Title: Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 8/27/2009
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Diet and Sleep Part Two
Diet and Sleep Part Two
You are what you eat I can hear you saying, "Okay... now I have to watch what I eat and when I eat it... but now you are going to limit my fluids?" No! However, there are certain factors that should be kept in mind when drinking any type of fluids. One troublesome item is caffeine. Caffeine interferes with sleep with most people. Caffeine can also become an addiction... so watching our intake should be...
Doctors judge patients by their looks, studies show
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight.
What is Nocturia?
I suffer from nocturia. It's believed that over two-thirds of people over 55 may also struggle with nocturia. They just aren't able to put a name to it. What is nocturia? Nocturia isn't actually a sleep disorder. A better description would be a sleep related problem. In simple words, nocturia is the need to get up to go to the bathroom to urinate several times a night. Having this happen once or twice a night is actually normal, but...
Napping for your Health
With the hectic lifestyles most of us lead these days, napping has become almost a way of life. Think naps are for sissies? Listen. Even the sports teams are getting into it. "A lot of things may change in the NHL," Scott Mellanby of the Atlanta Thrashers says, "but not naps. It's just a part of being a hockey player." One complaint from participants in the Olympics is sleep deprivation. With jet lag and getting used to...
Sleep training helps insomnia in arthritis patients
According to a new study, a type of therapy known as cognitive behavior therapy may ease pain and sleep problems in older people who suffer from both arthritis and insomnia.
You are what you eat I can hear you saying, "Okay... now I have to watch what I eat and when I eat it... but now you are going to limit my fluids?" No! However, there are certain factors that should be kept in mind when drinking any type of fluids. One troublesome item is caffeine. Caffeine interferes with sleep with most people. Caffeine can also become an addiction... so watching our intake should be...
Doctors judge patients by their looks, studies show
Several studies have found that doctors treat patients differently depending on their race and body weight.
What is Nocturia?
I suffer from nocturia. It's believed that over two-thirds of people over 55 may also struggle with nocturia. They just aren't able to put a name to it. What is nocturia? Nocturia isn't actually a sleep disorder. A better description would be a sleep related problem. In simple words, nocturia is the need to get up to go to the bathroom to urinate several times a night. Having this happen once or twice a night is actually normal, but...
Napping for your Health
With the hectic lifestyles most of us lead these days, napping has become almost a way of life. Think naps are for sissies? Listen. Even the sports teams are getting into it. "A lot of things may change in the NHL," Scott Mellanby of the Atlanta Thrashers says, "but not naps. It's just a part of being a hockey player." One complaint from participants in the Olympics is sleep deprivation. With jet lag and getting used to...
Sleep training helps insomnia in arthritis patients
According to a new study, a type of therapy known as cognitive behavior therapy may ease pain and sleep problems in older people who suffer from both arthritis and insomnia.
Saturday, September 12, 2009
Stormy Weather, Stormy Sleep
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You’ve all seen the ads. You might have even heard about the charges of “disease mongering” that have been bandied about, specifically about this disorder. We are going to start covering the topic of restless legs syndrome (RLS). (By the way, disease mongering is when someone with a financial interest in a disease, like a pharmaceutical company with an effective medicine, publicizes a disorder with the sole... More at...
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We finished the last blog in mid-thought. We were talking about REM sleep and the idea of brain plasticity- the rewiring of our brains that take place when we learn new information. A recent study in rats showed that 4 days of REM sleep deprivation decreased the amount of new cells in the part of the brain that is associated with long-term memory, in other words they did not make those new circuits. Another study with... More at...
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You’ve all seen the ads. You might have even heard about the charges of “disease mongering” that have been bandied about, specifically about this disorder. We are going to start covering the topic of restless legs syndrome (RLS). (By the way, disease mongering is when someone with a financial interest in a disease, like a pharmaceutical company with an effective medicine, publicizes a disorder with the sole... More at...
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We finished the last blog in mid-thought. We were talking about REM sleep and the idea of brain plasticity- the rewiring of our brains that take place when we learn new information. A recent study in rats showed that 4 days of REM sleep deprivation decreased the amount of new cells in the part of the brain that is associated with long-term memory, in other words they did not make those new circuits. Another study with... More at...
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... Read more ...
Title: Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
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Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
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Title: School Days Give Some Kids a Headache
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Created: 9/3/2009 4:10:00 PM
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A new software that uses quizzes, stories, and games may help people who suffer from insomnia, experts say. Read more ...
Title: PMS vs. PMDD - Whats' the Scoop?
Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 6/26/2001 5:05:00 AM
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Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
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A new software that uses quizzes, stories, and games may help people who suffer from insomnia, experts say. Read more ...
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Category: Doctor's Views
Created: 6/26/2001 5:05:00 AM
Last Editorial Review: 9/10/2009 Read more ...
Friday, September 11, 2009
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
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Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
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Title: Bed Bugs
Category: Diseases and Conditions
Created: 3/27/2006
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Title: Teen Athletes Sleep Better Than Couch Potatoes
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Created: 8/20/2009 4:10:00 PM
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Off to College - Probably Not Off to Sleep: Part 2
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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow... More at...
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Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) is the most common treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Except for tracheotomy, it is also the most effective treatment for OSA. CPAP is basically a computerized air pump that delivers pressurized air through a hose and then through a nasal interface into the patient's throat. The pressurized air splints open the upper airways, preventing the airflow pauses (apneas) and airflow... More at...
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Napping for your Health
Napping for your Health
With the hectic lifestyles most of us lead these days, napping has become almost a way of life. Think naps are for sissies? Listen. Even the sports teams are getting into it. "A lot of things may change in the NHL," Scott Mellanby of the Atlanta Thrashers says, "but not naps. It's just a part of being a hockey player." One complaint from participants in the Olympics is sleep deprivation. With jet lag and getting used to...
Behavior and Childhood Sleep Disorders
A recent news article states: "Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with behavior problems in children with asthma, researchers have found." But behavior problems are often linked to any type of sleep disordered breathing. It was discovered that approximately a third of children with asthma also had sleep disordered breathing resulting from some form of sleep disorders. Those children had significantly worse behavior...
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs
It's annoying for anyone to have a buzzing mosquito flying around the room. They land for an instant, never long enough to swat them, but just enough to arouse, then off they go again for another circle of the room. This is not only irritating to a child but can be downright frightening. To help keep mosquitoes and other flying insects out of the house, make sure doors are closed quickly. Don't stand and chat with a neighbor with the...
Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Title: Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009
Last Editorial Review: 9/2/2009
Did Diprivan Lead to Michael Jackson's Death?
It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his...
Diet and Sleep Part Two
You are what you eat I can hear you saying, "Okay... now I have to watch what I eat and when I eat it... but now you are going to limit my fluids?" No! However, there are certain factors that should be kept in mind when drinking any type of fluids. One troublesome item is caffeine. Caffeine interferes with sleep with most people. Caffeine can also become an addiction... so watching our intake should be...
With the hectic lifestyles most of us lead these days, napping has become almost a way of life. Think naps are for sissies? Listen. Even the sports teams are getting into it. "A lot of things may change in the NHL," Scott Mellanby of the Atlanta Thrashers says, "but not naps. It's just a part of being a hockey player." One complaint from participants in the Olympics is sleep deprivation. With jet lag and getting used to...
Behavior and Childhood Sleep Disorders
A recent news article states: "Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with behavior problems in children with asthma, researchers have found." But behavior problems are often linked to any type of sleep disordered breathing. It was discovered that approximately a third of children with asthma also had sleep disordered breathing resulting from some form of sleep disorders. Those children had significantly worse behavior...
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs
It's annoying for anyone to have a buzzing mosquito flying around the room. They land for an instant, never long enough to swat them, but just enough to arouse, then off they go again for another circle of the room. This is not only irritating to a child but can be downright frightening. To help keep mosquitoes and other flying insects out of the house, make sure doors are closed quickly. Don't stand and chat with a neighbor with the...
Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Title: Workplace Bullying Linked to Sleep Problems
Category: Health News
Created: 9/2/2009
Last Editorial Review: 9/2/2009
Did Diprivan Lead to Michael Jackson's Death?
It's no surprise to hear that Michael Jackson suffered from insomnia. According to an Associated Press news release, he'd been plague with insomnia as far back as 1989 and the "Bad" tour. Sleep problems are common among celebrities, and, no matter your personal opinion of Michael Jackson, there's no doubt he was a celebrity - a super nova of the music world. Can you imagine the stress and pressure of most of life? Then add to that his...
Diet and Sleep Part Two
You are what you eat I can hear you saying, "Okay... now I have to watch what I eat and when I eat it... but now you are going to limit my fluids?" No! However, there are certain factors that should be kept in mind when drinking any type of fluids. One troublesome item is caffeine. Caffeine interferes with sleep with most people. Caffeine can also become an addiction... so watching our intake should be...
Tuesday, September 8, 2009
Surgeon General choice will put primary care at the forefront
Surgeon General choice will put primary care at the forefront
Dr. Regina Benjamin, President Obama's choice for Surgeon General, puts the face of primary care at the forefront of the Obama administration's healthcare reform efforts, experts say.
Behavior and Childhood Sleep Disorders
A recent news article states: "Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with behavior problems in children with asthma, researchers have found." But behavior problems are often linked to any type of sleep disordered breathing. It was discovered that approximately a third of children with asthma also had sleep disordered breathing resulting from some form of sleep disorders. Those children had significantly worse behavior...
Drugmakers pour $40 million into healthcare reform debate
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system.
Sleep Apnea Tips
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder....
Vitamins and herbs that can harm you
Natural remedies such as St. John's wort and fish oil can cause harm if taken in the wrong doses or in conjunction with other drugs, experts say.
AMA backs House healthcare reform bill
The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging approval for healthcare overhaul legislation currently moving through committees in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs
It's annoying for anyone to have a buzzing mosquito flying around the room. They land for an instant, never long enough to swat them, but just enough to arouse, then off they go again for another circle of the room. This is not only irritating to a child but can be downright frightening. To help keep mosquitoes and other flying insects out of the house, make sure doors are closed quickly. Don't stand and chat with a neighbor with the...
Dr. Regina Benjamin, President Obama's choice for Surgeon General, puts the face of primary care at the forefront of the Obama administration's healthcare reform efforts, experts say.
Behavior and Childhood Sleep Disorders
A recent news article states: "Sleep-disordered breathing (SDB) is associated with behavior problems in children with asthma, researchers have found." But behavior problems are often linked to any type of sleep disordered breathing. It was discovered that approximately a third of children with asthma also had sleep disordered breathing resulting from some form of sleep disorders. Those children had significantly worse behavior...
Drugmakers pour $40 million into healthcare reform debate
Statistics show that the Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA), a lobbying group that represents 32 brandname drug companies, and its member companies have spent $40 million lobbying Congress as the lawmakers work to overhaul the U.S. healthcare system.
Sleep Apnea Tips
Most people know that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from heart attacks and strokes. However recent research has revealed that sleep apnea is a leading cause of death from many causes, even in people judged to be healthy. Researchers at Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore revealed that men aged 40 to 70 with severe sleep apnea were twice as likely to die as men in the same age group who did not suffer from the disorder....
Vitamins and herbs that can harm you
Natural remedies such as St. John's wort and fish oil can cause harm if taken in the wrong doses or in conjunction with other drugs, experts say.
AMA backs House healthcare reform bill
The American Medical Association (AMA) is urging approval for healthcare overhaul legislation currently moving through committees in the U.S. House of Representatives.
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs
It's annoying for anyone to have a buzzing mosquito flying around the room. They land for an instant, never long enough to swat them, but just enough to arouse, then off they go again for another circle of the room. This is not only irritating to a child but can be downright frightening. To help keep mosquitoes and other flying insects out of the house, make sure doors are closed quickly. Don't stand and chat with a neighbor with the...
Monday, September 7, 2009
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute Launches Largest Study To Date To Explore "Awakening" Effects Of Common Sleep Drug On Vegetative Patients
Moss Rehabilitation Research Institute (MRRI), the research arm of MossRehab, one of the world's leading clinical rehabilitation centers, has launched an ambitious research study to investigate how the sleep drug zolpidem might restore consciousness for patients in the vegetative state. Read more ...
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal SLEEP shows that current or past exposure to workplace bullying is associated with increased sleep disturbances. Associations also were found between observed bullying and sleep disruption, indicating that bullying has detrimental effects even when it is experienced indirectly. Read more ...
Scientists have discovered the first gene involved in regulating the optimal length of human sleep, offering a window into a key aspect of slumber, an enigmatic phenomenon that is critical to human physical and mental health. The team, reporting in the Aug. Read more ...
More than one third of photos in women's magazines depicted babies in unsafe sleep positions, according to a new study in Pediatrics. Additionally, the study found that two-thirds of sleep environments depicted in these magazines were also unsafe. Led by SIDS researchers Rachel Moon, MD, a pediatrician, and Brandi Joyner at Children's National Medical Center, the study analyzed pictures of sleeping infants in 24 magazines with wide circulation among 20- to 40-year-old women. Read more ...
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Professor Chris French, has co-authored a paper on sleep paralysis with Julia Santomauro, both of the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit at Goldsmiths, University of London, which is published in Issue 22 (August 2009) of The Psychologist. Read more ...
A study in the Sept.1 issue of the journal SLEEP shows that current or past exposure to workplace bullying is associated with increased sleep disturbances. Associations also were found between observed bullying and sleep disruption, indicating that bullying has detrimental effects even when it is experienced indirectly. Read more ...
Scientists have discovered the first gene involved in regulating the optimal length of human sleep, offering a window into a key aspect of slumber, an enigmatic phenomenon that is critical to human physical and mental health. The team, reporting in the Aug. Read more ...
More than one third of photos in women's magazines depicted babies in unsafe sleep positions, according to a new study in Pediatrics. Additionally, the study found that two-thirds of sleep environments depicted in these magazines were also unsafe. Led by SIDS researchers Rachel Moon, MD, a pediatrician, and Brandi Joyner at Children's National Medical Center, the study analyzed pictures of sleeping infants in 24 magazines with wide circulation among 20- to 40-year-old women. Read more ...
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Professor Chris French, has co-authored a paper on sleep paralysis with Julia Santomauro, both of the Anomalistic Psychology Research Unit at Goldsmiths, University of London, which is published in Issue 22 (August 2009) of The Psychologist. Read more ...
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