Has coronavirus infected our dreams? A recent study found that COVID-19 survivors were more likely to have nightmares than healthy people. Disturbing dreams on the rise Researchers compared dreams and nightmares in people who had COVID-19 and those who did not have the virus. [...]
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a health condition that affects a woman’s hormone levels. Women with PCOS have a hormonal imbalance that may make it harder for them to get pregnant. PCOS is the most common cause of female infertility. It affects as many [...]
Military members often see or experience traumatic events in the line of duty. This makes active-duty military personnel and veterans more susceptible to experiencing nightmares and abnormal sleep behaviors. Now, researchers are proposing a unique new sleep disorder -- Trauma Associated Sleep Disorder, or [...]
Insomnia is the most common sleep complaint, with as many as 35 percent of adults experiencing it at some point in their lives. If you’re having trouble falling asleep or staying asleep, you may feel fatigued and sleepy during the day. It may not [...]
Since the 2000s, opioid addiction has been considered a major global health problem. A few years ago, the growing epidemic of opioid use was declared a public health emergency by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Opioids are typically prescribed to treat [...]
On June 14, Philips issued a voluntary recall for specific Philips Respironics devices. These include CPAP and BPAP devices to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Here are answers to some frequently asked questions about the recall. Where can I find information about the recall? The [...]
On June 14, Philips issued a voluntary recall for specific Philips Respironics devices. These include CPAP and BPAP devices to treat obstructive sleep apnea. Most of the recalled devices are first-generation DreamStation products. Unsafe Foam The recall is related to the type of [...]
Healthy sleep is essential to a strong immune system. As COVID-19 vaccines are distributed, it’s important that people continue to get sufficient sleep for the best immune response. Sleep loss is linked to changes in several immune processes. Poor sleep may weaken your defenses [...]
If you’re experiencing an increase in strange, vivid dreams, you are not alone. “Your experiences and interactions during the day can affect your dreams, and right now many of us are spending time watching the news or reading articles that are downright scary,” said [...]
