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Sleep Deprivation
Find WebMD's comprehensive coverage of sleep deprivation including medical reference, news, pictures, videos, and more.
Learn How to Stop Snoring - Health Risks Associated With Chronic Snoring
Chronic snoring might seem more like a nuisance or an embarrassment, but it can actually pose serious risks to your health.If you're one of the many people suffering from this condition, then learning how to stop snoring will help you improve your physical well-being and allow you to sleep peac
Insomnia and Your Lifestyle
At some point in our lives many of us have had to deal with insomnia. Curing insomnia is especially important to those that deal with bouts that last an extended period of time. Lack of sleep can have far reaching effects on our ability to deal with our daily lives, as sleep deprivation can impact o
How to Buy a Memory Foam Mattress at a Discount
As you can imagine anything that provides relief from discomfort is sure to be in demand which unfortunately means cost is at a premium. You can however buy a memory foam mattress at a discount if you know when to shop and where to look.
More Information on Polyphasic Sleep
We have heard a lot about polyphasic sleep, but what is it really? Read on to get more information on polyphasic sleep in general.
BIPAP - When You Can't Wear CPAP
CPAP is an acronym that stands for continuous positive airway pressure. It is a form of therapy used for people who have obstructive sleep apnea. Sometimes the continuous pressure of CPAP is uncomfortable for the person using it. If that happens, BIPAP may be an alternative.
Life and Livelihood among Rubber Trees
The rubber tree, or hevea brasiliensis, grows at higher elevations with good drainage, and does not lend itself to mass cultivation. The farmers take great care in planting the trees to ensure their h
How To Sleep Better?
Fed up with sleepless nights that result in you feeling tired all day and unable to concentrate? Getting a good nights sleep need not be hard, but if you are constantly struggling to sleep at night then take some action towards getting a good nights sleep and read the full article.
Lack of Sleep Symptoms - Tips and Advice
Given the fast changing technological environment, it is not surprising that people are constantly engaged in some form of media. Whether you are constantly on the phone, computer or even watching TV, technology has had a major impact on many people's lives. This has particularly affected the s
Natural Sleep Aids That Do Not Come in Pill Form
You can use visualization to help get a better nights sleep. 20 minutes can make a difference.
Insomnia and Sleeping Difficulty - 10 Tips to Prevent Sleepless Nights
One of the biggest causes of insomnia is food and/or liquid ingestion in the minutes or hours prior to bedtime. Caffeinated, sugared or alcoholic beverages all create havoc and disrupt the body�
Snoring Remedies That Work - 3 Ways to Stop Your Snoring Fast
Haven't found any snoring remedies that work yet? Constantly frustrated by sleepless nights due to you or your partner's chronic snoring? Well, you're in luck, because here
Get Enough Rest or You Could Die Early
Because we live in a fast paced society, People seem to believe that "I can sleep when I'm dead". Unfortunately putting off sleep until later may be the trigger that brings you to an earlier death! The National Sleep Foundation says that sleep is a vital component to your health and w
Transportation Industry Seeks Cheaper Route for Sleep Apnea Testing
Expensive and time consuming sleep labs are a thing of the past when testing for obstructive sleep apnea. New DOT approved in-home testing devices, are a fraction of the cost of in-lab studies and allow for drivers to be tested in the comfort of their own home or cab of their truck.
The Problem of Snoring and Sleep Apnea - Three Tips to Naturally Stop Snoring
A recent study revealed that 45% of men and almost 30% of women snore regularly while sleeping. Snoring can be a frequent condition for these people but most people snore from time to time as well. Hence, snoring is indeed a common problem.
Can't Sleep? Try Making This One Lifestyle Change
Do you like to go out on the weekends, or even on weeknights and have a good time? Does it often result in very late nights? If you answer yes to these questions and you also experience insomnia and regular sleep problems, then this article will have some important information for you.
Sleep and Snoring
WebMD looks at the causes, treatments, and consequences of snoring and sleep apnea.
Alcohol at Bedtime May Not Help Your Sleep
One of the largest studies to date on alcohol’s effects on sleep shows that drinking alcohol before bed may disrupt sleep and increase wakefulness in healthy adults -- affecting women more than men -- regardless of family history of alcoholism.
ResMed Mirage Liberty CPAP Mask Review
This is a review of the ResMed Mirage Liberty mask. The review is done by myself, my clinical staff, and CPAP experts panel. There are several other reviews, and more to come.
CPAP Complaints and Their Solutions
CPAP therapy has been around for a long time. The problem is the complaints about it are the same as they were when we set up the equipment 15 years ago and there are many solutions to them now.