Sleep : Science World Report

Dec 22, 2015 11:56 AM EST

Life Saving Surgeries Performed On Moroccan Teen With 'Ticking Time Bomb' On Face

Eighteen-year-old Zoubir Lahdodi of Morocco suffered from a severe venous malformation that caused blood vessels in his face to dilate--disfiguring his face and making it increasingly difficult for him to do everyday things like eat, talk, sleep and even breath.

Dec 15, 2015 07:09 PM EST

Evolution Allowed Humans To Get Better Sleep In Less Time

Humans don't actually get as much sleep as their closest animal relatives, according to a recent study.

Dec 15, 2015 01:07 PM EST

Does Sleeping With Your Pet Help You Get A Better Night's Rest?

Could sleeping with a pet help you get better rest?

Dec 14, 2015 06:21 PM EST

Humans Evolved to Get Better Sleep in Less Time

It turns out that humans may have actually evolved to get less sleep. Scientists have taken a closer look at animals and humans and have found that our sleep is more efficient.

Dec 13, 2015 08:49 PM EST

Sleeping Too Much Is Bad For Your Health: Here's Why

Sleeping in could increase your risk of early mortality, according to a recent study.

Nov 27, 2015 10:08 PM EST

Severe Cases Of Sleep Apnea May Benefit From Surgery, Study Suggests

Some obstructive sleep apnea patients with more severe cases may benefit from surgery instead of continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP), according to a recent study.

Nov 23, 2015 06:38 PM EST

Gratitude's Good For The Heart, Scientists Say

With Thanksgiving just a few days away, it's great to be thankful for all the good things in your life.

Nov 23, 2015 01:45 PM EST

ADHD Medications May Be Causing Sleep Problems For Your Child

Statistics show that about 1 in 14 children in the United States are diagnosed with ADHD-a chronic health condition that can cause difficulties paying attention, hyperactivity and impulsiveness.

Nov 18, 2015 08:00 PM EST

Even Small Sleep Schedule Changes Can Harm Health

Even little adjustments to your sleep schedule could be detrimental to your health, according to a recent study.

Nov 05, 2015 04:12 PM EST

Insomnia Inflammation Improved With Movement Meditation Tai Chi

The movement meditation tai chi as well as cognitive behavioral therapy may help reduce insomnia-related inflammation, according to a recent study.

Nov 05, 2015 12:42 AM EST

Sleep Patterns May Affect Diabetes' Risk In Women

Older women who increase their typical amount of sleep by more than two hours may be at a greater risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a recent study.

Nov 04, 2015 02:12 PM EST