Sleeping At Work
New sleep drug moves closer to approval
October 02, 2008
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Working Yourself to Sleep
By Florence Cardinal , Health Expert...things make a difference to how long and how well we sleep. Sleep disorders (sleep apnea,... Read more »
Sleep Is Only a Click Away with New Sleep Aids
By Florence Cardinal , Health ExpertHaving trouble sleeping? Modern technology sees a problem and looks for a solution, and, believe... Read more »
The Hazards of Shift Work Sleep Disorder (SWSD)
By Allen Blaivas, M.D. , Health Expert...killed 49 people, was working on only two hours of sleep. This brings to mind an important, but... Read more »
Why YOU Need Sleep
By Florence Cardinal , Health ExpertMarch 14, 2008 was designated the first World Sleep Day. Sleep experts from around the world... Read more »
Work Hassles the Worst for Sleep
By Jerry Kennard , Health ExpertDifficulties in getting to sleep, or repeated waking due to ruminations or anxieties about work,... Read more »
Health Guide
All About Shift Work
...many inherent risks. Some of the most serious and persistent problems shift workers face are frequent sleep disturbance and associated excessive sleepiness. Sleepiness/fatigue in the work place... Read more »Napping Benefits
...recent research is providing evidence that a well-timed afternoon nap may be the best way to combat sleepiness, improve work performance, and overcome the late day grogginess commonly known as the... Read more »The First 48 Hours: Insomnia
After months of long, sleepless nights and sluggish, unproductive days, you’ve finally made it to the doctor to learn that your suspicions are confirmed: you’ve been suffering from insomnia. ... Read more »Coping with Jet Lag
...you are likely to experience the phenomenon of "jet lag," which can have a profound effect on your sleep and alertness. This online brochure has some advice for travelers on what you can do now to... Read more »Fibromyalgia Medication
...are often among the first treatment options tried for fibromyalgia patients because they can improve sleep, reduce pain and help mood disturbances. There are three categories of antidepressants:... Read more »Images
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Medications
...(mow-DAFF-in-ill) Uses Modafinil decreases extreme sleepiness due to narcolepsy and other... Read more »
...(rah-MEL-tee-on) Uses This medication is used to treat sleeplessness (insomnia). It helps you... Read more »
...close to bedtime since it can interfere with your sleep. Notes Do not share this medication with... Read more »
...the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping (insomnia). It is generally used for... Read more »
...the short-term treatment of patients with trouble sleeping (insomnia). It is generally used for... Read more »
Related News
Doctor: Dads need more sleep too
October 03, 2008A sleep researcher says that shift work, jet lag, and bad sleep habits create sleep problems for many men. The American Academy of Sleep Medicine... Read summary »
Diabetes Linked to Sleep Apnea
June 18, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) Scientists need to spend more time studying the possible connection between type 2 diabetes and sleep apnea. The International... Read summary »
Stay Healthy With Sleep
December 16, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The best way to stay healthy could be to get a good night's sleep. New research shows your immune system works in overdrive at... Read summary »
American women: exhausted but still wide awake
October 02, 2008A woman's weight and stage in life affects her quality of sleep, says the 2007 Sleep in America poll from the National Sleep Foundation. The findings... Read summary »
Drug Could Fight Sleep-Related Obesity
May 21, 2009(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Could the way you sleep be linked to how much you weigh? Scientists from Merck Research Laboratories say they believe the... Read summary »
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