43.9% of Physicians Reported Suffering from Sleep Disorders During the COVID-19 Pandemic

2025-04-27T22:36:57-07:00February 11th, 2025|

Hospitals were packed when the pandemic hit in 2020. Doctors worked exhausting shifts with little time to rest. Patients kept arriving, and the pressure never let up. Exhaustion took over, yet the job never stopped. What happens when those saving lives can’t sleep themselves? Doctors

Is PAP Therapy the Key to Longevity for Seniors With OSA?

2025-04-27T22:40:08-07:00January 27th, 2025|

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) often goes undiagnosed and untreated, especially in older adults.  Widely recognized as the gold standard, positive airway pressure (PAP) therapy directly addresses the causes of OSA. But how effective is it in reducing mortality and improving cardiovascular health among seniors? What

How to Overcome Sleep Inertia: Expert Tips

2025-04-27T22:37:16-07:00January 27th, 2025|

Waking up shouldn’t feel like pushing through wet cement. Morning grogginess lingers longer than it should for many. Thinking feels foggy, and tasks take more effort. Energy dips, making productivity harder. Sleep inertia drags down focus and performance. Sleep inertia isn’t permanent. Small changes can

What Causes Sleep Paralysis and How Can You Prevent It?

2025-04-27T22:42:07-07:00January 26th, 2025|

REM sleep paralyzes the body to stop movement during dreams. Sometimes, that paralysis lasts a little longer after waking up. In this state, people are aware of their surroundings but can’t move or speak. Hallucinations, chest pressure, and fear often accompany these episodes, making them

Study Links Higher Temperatures to Worsened Sleep Apnea Symptoms

2025-04-06T02:11:02-07:00January 4th, 2025|

Nearly 1 billion people worldwide live with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The condition increases the risk of severe health issues like heart disease and stroke. Increasing temperatures only make relaxing bedtime harder to reach. For many, the combination creates a difficult cycle of poor sleep

How to Maintain a Healthy Sleep Schedule During the Holidays

2025-04-27T22:42:25-07:00December 21st, 2024|

Nearly 30% of people experience less sleep during the festive season. Thanks to late-night parties, travel, and constant to-do lists. “You can’t pour from an empty cup” holds especially true when holiday chaos leaves you running on empty. So, a few easy strategies can help

Can CBT-I Improve Sleep and Physical Function in Heart Failure? The HeartSleep Study Says Yes

2025-04-06T02:16:02-07:00December 20th, 2024|

Sleep is important for health, especially for those with heart failure. Insomnia disrupts sleep, leaving people exhausted. Functioning becomes a struggle. It causes more than fatigue, impacting daily life and well-being. Millions live with sleepless nights and disrupted routines. Finding relief is critical for improving

Can Good Sleep Lower Kids’ Hypertension Risk? What the ABCD Study Found

2025-05-02T06:33:55-07:00December 18th, 2024|

Sleep is often called 'nature’s best medicine,' and for kids, it might just hold the key to healthier hearts. Quality sleep does far more than recharge energy. It helps regulate blood pressure and supports cardiovascular health. Mounting evidence links poor sleep in kids to a