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Abnormal levels of specific gut bacteria linked to chronic fatigue syndrome

Scientists at the Center for Infection and Immunity at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health have discovered abnormal levels of specific gut bacteria related to chronic fatigue syndrome/myalgic encephalomyelitis, or ME/CFS, in patients with and without concurrent irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS.

26 Apr 2017

Skimpy sleep followed by 'catch up' tied to worse cognition in young adults

Skimping on sleep, followed by "catch-up" days with long snoozes, is tied to worse cognition -- both in attention and creativity -- in young adults, in particular, those tackling major projects, Baylor University researchers have found.

25 Apr 2017

Synchronized voltage rhythms in SCN could play role in maintaining the body’s circadian clock

Cells in the brain's master circadian clock synchronize voltage rhythms despite asynchronous calcium rhythms, which might explain how a tissue-wide rhythm is maintained.

24 Apr 2017

Early childhood routines linked to healthy development and lesser obesity risk

Family structure including regular bedtimes, mealtimes and limited screen time appear to be linked to better emotional health in preschoolers, and that might lower the chances of obesity later, a new study suggests.

24 Apr 2017

New report suggests innovative approaches for better response to chemical inhalation disasters

Better medical responses to the accidental or intentional release of inhaled toxic chemicals are being developed, but the field faces considerable challenges, according to a new report by an international panel of experts.

21 Apr 2017

Stair walking can enhance feelings of energy than caffeine

A midday jolt of caffeine isn't as powerful as walking up and down some stairs, according to new research from the University of Georgia.

20 Apr 2017

AANP urges patients to prioritize sleep for better health and well-being

In recognition of Sleep Awareness Week, April 23-30, the American Association of Nurse Practitioners urges patients to prioritize their sleep to improve their overall health and well-being.

20 Apr 2017

Study finds higher state of consciousness under the influence of psychedelic drugs

The study led by the University of Sussex has revealed scientific evidence for a higher state of consciousness.

20 Apr 2017

Non-obese Filipino Americans have higher prevalence of diabetes than non-Hispanic whites, study finds

A new study released today found that non-obese Filipino Americans aged 50 and over have a much higher prevalence of diabetes than non-Hispanic white Americans (7.6% vs. 4.3%).

20 Apr 2017

Researchers use novel machine learning technique to measure sleep patterns

Osaka University researchers use smartphones and machine learning to measure sleep patterns. Despite spending at least one quarter to one third a day sleeping, good sleep can elude many people, and the diagnosis and treatment of sleep disorders remains primitive.

20 Apr 2017

Circadian rhythms may play critical role in recovery of consciousness in brain-injured patients

Circadian rhythms may play a crucial role in the recovery of consciousness of patients with severe brain injuries, a study published in Neurology.

20 Apr 2017

Study finds link between circadian variations in body temperature and arousal in brain-injured patients

For people with severe brain injuries, researchers have found that the rhythm of daily fluctuations in body temperature is related to their level of consciousness, according to a preliminary study published in the April 19, 2017, online issue of Neurology, the medical journal of the American Academy of Neurology.

20 Apr 2017

Sleep News and Research

Latest Sleep News and Research

Abnormal levels of specific gut bacteria linked to chronic fatigue syndrome

Skimpy sleep followed by 'catch up' tied to worse cognition in young adults

Synchronized voltage rhythms in SCN could play role in maintaining the body’s circadian clock

Early childhood routines linked to healthy development and lesser obesity risk

New report suggests innovative approaches for better response to chemical inhalation disasters

Stair walking can enhance feelings of energy than caffeine

AANP urges patients to prioritize sleep for better health and well-being

Study finds higher state of consciousness under the influence of psychedelic drugs

Non-obese Filipino Americans have higher prevalence of diabetes than non-Hispanic whites, study finds

Researchers use novel machine learning technique to measure sleep patterns

Circadian rhythms may play critical role in recovery of consciousness in brain-injured patients

Study finds link between circadian variations in body temperature and arousal in brain-injured patients

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NIH scientists discover mitochondrial 'circuit breaker' that prevents damage to the heart muscle

Poor sleep may make it harder to regulate negative emotions in people with anxiety or depression

Researchers to test effectiveness of wristwatch-like devices for detecting sleep apnea in TBI patients

Delaying school start time linked to variety of benefits for teen students

New study evaluates benefits, design and functionality of popular phone-based sleep apps

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New research finds optimum time to study for college students

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