Sleep is central to the proper functioning of the immune system, which in turn has implications for mental and physical health. Sleep disturbances have been linked to poorer immune responses against ...

Untreated sleep apnea may play a role in Parkinson's disease development, a new study suggests, but early CPAP therapy shows protective benefits.

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Sleeping more than nine hours regularly might signal underlying health issues, not cause them. Studies suggest this extended ...

Getting a good night's sleep can be a little more challenging amid the hype of the holidays. With changes in routine, diet and potentially time zones, quality sleep could be difficult to come by.

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