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Lack of sleep among pregnant women linked to increased risk of gestational diabetes

The amount of time spent sleeping in the United States has dropped significantly in the past twenty years with almost a quarter of women and 16 percent of men experiencing insufficient sleep. Now, a new study has found that lack of sleep among pregnant women may be a contributing factor to the development of gestational diabetes.

16 Oct 2017

Study finds link between sleep duration and measure of chromosomal health in sperm

A new study found a link between sleep duration and a measure of chromosomal health in sperm. The findings are published in the Journal of Sleep Research.

16 Oct 2017

AASM’s new position statement describes clinical use of home sleep apnea test

A new position statement published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) describes the appropriate clinical use of a home sleep apnea test (HSAT).

13 Oct 2017

TSRI study offers key insights into possible links between sleep and hunger

A new study from scientists on the Florida campus of The Scripps Research Institute offers important insights into possible links between sleep and hunger - and the benefits of studying the two in tandem.

13 Oct 2017

New study uncovers 13 previously-unknown genetic risk variants for restless legs syndrome

A new study into the genetics underlying restless legs syndrome has identified 13 previously-unknown genetic risk variants, while helping inform potential new treatment options for the condition.

13 Oct 2017

Sleeping on your back during late pregnancy may cause problems for fetus

A pregnant mother sleeping on her back during late pregnancy may cause problems for the fetus, according to new research published in The Journal of Physiology. This is the first study to monitor unborn babies overnight and at the same time record the mother's position during sleep.

12 Oct 2017

New study examines link between sleep and weight management

A new study by sleep experts at Loughborough University is examining how sleep and weight management are related.

12 Oct 2017

New project to seek answers for effects of alcohol on the nervous system

When a drink at the local watering hole turns into five or six, what are the effects on our brains and hearts? How does too much to drink affect how we sleep? How does binge drinking affect blood pressure for people who drink socially but not usually to excess? Do women's bodies process alcohol differently depending on stages of their menstrual cycles?

11 Oct 2017

Survey: Migraine affects work productivity, relationships, and employment of sufferers

A significant percentage of migraine sufferers as well as those without the disease are concerned that migraine affects work productivity, quality of life, family/relationships and employment, according to a new national public opinion survey commissioned by Research!America.

11 Oct 2017

Study uncovers how the brain reactivates networks of interrelated memories during sleep

A study led by the University of Barcelona has identified the process in the brain which strengthens or weakens memories of our daily events while we sleep. According to the study published in the scientific journal The Journal of Neuroscience , the brain reactivates networks of interrelated memories during sleep, instead of doing so with isolated memories.

11 Oct 2017

Taking sleep medications to treat insomnia may increase risk of falling for older adults

Taking physician-recommended sleep medications to treat insomnia may actually increase the risk of falling for older adults, according to a team of sleep researchers.

10 Oct 2017

Implantable device receives FDA approval as treatment option for central sleep apnea

A device serving as a new treatment option for moderate to severe central sleep apnea has been approved for use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

9 Oct 2017

FDA approves new treatment option for patients with moderate to severe central sleep apnea

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved a new treatment option for patients who have been diagnosed with moderate to severe central sleep apnea.

9 Oct 2017

Vitamin D supplement can help boost immunity during winter months

Vitamin D is the only supplement worth taking to boost immunity for the coming winter and to help prevent colds, according to experts on ITV’s Save Money: Good Health.

From BetterYou Ltd 6 Oct 2017

Researchers identify intervention strategies to curb consumption of energy drinks

Because many countries allow the sale of energy drinks to young people, identifying ways to minimize potential harm from energy drinks is critical. A new study published in the Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior provided unique insights into intervention strategies suggested by young people themselves to reduce consumption.

5 Oct 2017

New Life Agency announces breakthrough surrogacy-related insurance plans for Intended Parents

New Life Agency, the leading provider of fertility insurance in the Assisted Reproduction Insurance® (ARI) industry again has expanded its unrivaled product lines. Today they've announced two new surrogacy related products, giving Intended Parents more ground-breaking coverage choices.

5 Oct 2017

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Latest Sleep News and Research

Lack of sleep among pregnant women linked to increased risk of gestational diabetes

Study finds link between sleep duration and measure of chromosomal health in sperm

AASM’s new position statement describes clinical use of home sleep apnea test

TSRI study offers key insights into possible links between sleep and hunger

New study uncovers 13 previously-unknown genetic risk variants for restless legs syndrome

Sleeping on your back during late pregnancy may cause problems for fetus

New study examines link between sleep and weight management

New project to seek answers for effects of alcohol on the nervous system

Survey: Migraine affects work productivity, relationships, and employment of sufferers

Study uncovers how the brain reactivates networks of interrelated memories during sleep

Taking sleep medications to treat insomnia may increase risk of falling for older adults

Implantable device receives FDA approval as treatment option for central sleep apnea

FDA approves new treatment option for patients with moderate to severe central sleep apnea

Vitamin D supplement can help boost immunity during winter months

Researchers identify intervention strategies to curb consumption of energy drinks

New Life Agency announces breakthrough surrogacy-related insurance plans for Intended Parents

New digital platform for patients with chronic illness could save health services millions

Study provides new insights into how sleep contributes to brain plasticity

Researchers discover circadian clock at work in our muscles

NIH-funded study to evaluate treatment options for newborns with opioid withdrawal syndrome

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