Ambien alternative? FDA approves insomnia drug that improves sleep in seniors
By
Alicia Lasek
Jan 01, 2020
New insomnia medication lemborexant compared favorably to an extended release form of Ambien in a late-stage clinical trial.
Insomnia recipe for older women: diet high in refined carbs
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 12, 2019
A diet high in refined carbohydrates may trigger insomnia in older women, a new study has found.
New facility lighting products regulate blue light and sleep/wake quality
By
Alicia Lasek
Dec 02, 2019
A new lighting system allows facility operators to customize blue light exposure to promote better sleep and wakefulness.
Gratitude workout: thankful practice tied to better sleep, reduced stress
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 26, 2019
A regular practice of giving thanks is tied to a wealth of good health outcomes, says an expert in the science of gratitude.
Back pain and sleep disturbances see long-lasting benefits from yoga or PT
Nov 20, 2019
A prescription for yoga or physical therapy may have long-lasting benefits for adults who have co-occurring back pain and sleep disturbances.
Clinical Briefs for Thursday, November 14
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 13, 2019
Depression linked to nutrition in middle-aged and older Canadians … More adult Americans having trouble falling, staying asleep … Will ‘smart toilets’ become the next health monitor?
Insomnia symptoms linked to multiple cardiovascular diseases
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 07, 2019
Addressing tenacious cases of insomnia may help residents prevent stroke, heart attack and other cerebral and cardiovascular diseases.
Clinical Briefs for Thursday, Nov. 7
By
Alicia Lasek
Nov 06, 2019
Dodgy diet affects daytime drowsiness … Shortened sleep may negatively affect women’s bone health … Researchers find link between glaucoma and brain degeneration … Poll: many seniors misuse...
Less than 6 hours of sleep plus chronic condition a deadly combination
By
Alicia Lasek
Oct 03, 2019
Sleep duration of less than six hours may predict mortality for adults with chronic health conditions, according to new research.
Healthiest lifestyles cut chance of diabetes by 75%: international analysis
By
Alicia Lasek
Sep 04, 2019
It’s a combination of healthy lifestyle factors, not bodyweight alone, that appears to significantly reduce the relative risk of diabetes.