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23 02, 2024

The science behind jet lag and tips to combat symptoms

2024-02-23T20:14:27+00:00February 23, 2024|Circadian Rhythms, Featured, Sleep Disorders, Travel|

Jet lag — it's the unwelcome guest that often accompanies long-distance travel, leaving us feeling disoriented and fatigued. Whether you're a frequent flyer or embarking on a once-in-a-lifetime journey, understanding how to mitigate jet lag's effects is essential for a successful trip. Understanding jet [...]

26 01, 2024

Navigating sleep changes during pregnancy

2024-01-26T15:54:16+00:00January 26, 2024|Featured, Poor Sleep, Pregnancy, Sleep Disorders, Women|

Pregnancy affects many aspects of a woman's body, including sleep. Hormonal fluctuations, physical transformations, and the inherent stresses of pregnancy can alter both the duration and quality of sleep. While most sleep disturbances are reversible post-delivery, some sleep changes may indicate underlying sleep disorders. [...]

17 08, 2023

What you never knew about sleep paralysis

2023-08-17T19:25:16+00:00August 17, 2023|Featured, Poor Sleep, Sleep Disorders|

Sleep paralysis is an intriguing and often unnerving phenomenon. Defined as a temporary inability to move or speak while transitioning between sleep and wakefulness, sleep paralysis can be accompanied by vivid hallucinations and a sense of "impending doom." Explore the lesser-known aspects of sleep [...]

27 07, 2023

The growing shortage of truck parking: A ticking time bomb for drowsy driving accidents

2023-07-27T16:23:04+00:00July 27, 2023|Featured, Safety, Shift Work, Sleep Apnea, Travel, Work|

America's trucking industry is the lifeblood of the nation's economy, ensuring goods are delivered to their destinations. However, the trucking industry faces a challenge that jeopardizes the well-being of truckers and the safety of all drivers: a shortage of truck parking. As truckers spend [...]

10 05, 2023

How seasonal allergies affect sleep

2023-05-10T18:35:20+00:00May 10, 2023|Featured, Medical Conditions, Poor Sleep|

Seasonal allergies can have a significant impact on our daily lives, including our ability to get a good night's sleep. As the seasons change, many people suffer from allergies due to the increase of pollen, dust, and other allergens in the air. These allergies [...]

24 03, 2023

Where you live may affect how well you sleep

2023-03-24T15:45:22+00:00March 24, 2023|Disparities, Featured, Poor Sleep|

Sleep is essential for our overall health and well-being. The amount and quality of sleep we get can vary depending on numerous factors, including our geographic location. The United States is a vast country with diverse landscapes, climates, and cultures, and these factors can [...]

24 02, 2023

A lack of sleep may trigger seizures in epilepsy

2023-02-24T19:23:36+00:00February 24, 2023|Featured, Medical Conditions, Poor Sleep, Sleep Deprivation, Sleep Disorders|

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder that is characterized by recurring seizures. The exact cause of epilepsy is not always known, but it is thought to be related to abnormal electrical activity in the brain. There is evidence to suggest that sleep can have an [...]

31 01, 2023

Sleeping with COPD

2023-01-31T20:07:42+00:00January 31, 2023|Featured, Medical Conditions, Poor Sleep, Sleep Apnea|

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a lung condition that can make it difficult to breathe. According to one survey, about 40 percent of people with COPD report that getting a good night’s sleep can be a challenge. Sleep and COPD are connected in [...]

10 01, 2023

Sleep disorders in children

2023-02-22T18:05:08+00:00January 10, 2023|Children, Featured, Parenting, Poor Sleep, Sleep Disorders|

Sleep problems are common among children. While some sleep problems may go away as a child grows and develops, other ongoing problems may be a sign of a sleep disorder. In fact, recent research suggests that childhood sleep problems may predict sleep problems in [...]

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