Moving clocks forward by an hour might seem harmless. But many are calling for an end to daylight-saving time because it could harm our health.
Anyone who’s gone through an all-nighter or has had bouts of insomnia knows that getting adequate sleep is a key part of feeling good. Next to regular physical activity and avoiding risky things like smoking, ensuring that we usually have a good night’s sleep might be the most impactful thing we can do to improve our…
Philips announced on Tuesday that it won’t sell sleep apnea machines in the US after a global recall over concerns that its devices could cause cancer risks and other health problems for hapless sleepers.
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Not getting enough sleep is bad for both your physical health and your emotional well-being, as new research shows. The study, a review of existing data from clinical trials, found that even short bouts of sleep deprivation can reduce people’s positive emotions and make them more anxious.
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In what either sounds like a blissful cruise through life or hell on Earth, nesting chinstrap penguins apparently take thousands of naps per day, in order to get enough sleep while remaining alert to threats.
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