Sleep Disorders
Learn about sleep disorders such as insomnia, narcoplepsy, and restless leg syndrome, including prevention tips, triggers to avoid, and drug information to help cure sleep problems.
Tips to Help You Sleep Well With Incontinence
Can’t sleep through the night without waking up multiple times to use the bathroom? Here are steps you can take to help.
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Finally, a Blood Test to Diagnose Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Researchers have brought us one step closer to quickly diagnosing this elusive disease that many brush off as “imaginary.”
Do You Believe These Sleep Myths? It Could Be Harming Your Health
Widespread assumptions about Zzzs could be seriously endangering your health, due to conditions like sleep apnea. Thankfully, a new study is busting common myths.
‘Smart Pajamas’ Could Improve Your Sleep: Here’s How
If you’re one of the 70 million Americans who struggles to get a good night’s sleep, these new high-tech PJs could be the solution.
How Head and Neck Cancer Can Impact Sleep
Did you know head and neck cancer symptoms and treatments can cause issues with your sleep? Here’s what you should know.
How Much Do You Know About Sleepwalking?
Are you sleepwalking and have no idea? Surprisingly, it’s possible. Take this quiz to see if you’re secretly a sleepwalker.
To Sleep With Your Dog, or Not to Sleep With Your Dog?
On one hand, a new study shows that sleeping with your pet can help ease chronic pain symptoms. On the other hand, another study shows that sleeping with your dog may result in… no sleep at all. So, you may not be in pain, but you won’t be well-rested. Choose your poison.
Could Your Sleeping Pill Keep You From Hearing a Fire Alarm?
Some sleeping pills can impair your ability to wake up in response to a threatening situation, such as the smell of smoke or the sound of a fire alarm.
Stars, They’re Just Like Us: They Have Insomnia, Too
No much how much fame or fortune you have, insomnia can strike you, too. Just ask George Clooney.
Are You Getting the ‘Normal’ Amount of Sleep?
How many times have we heard that we must get at least eight hours of sleep? Well, what if we told you that it was a big misconception, and you may not need eight hours of Z’s, afterall?
Trouble Sleeping? More Than Your Energy is at Risk
Aside from being rundown and tired, some studies also suggest a link between a lack of sleep and an increased risk of developing dementia and Alzheimer's disease. Follow these three tips to catch more Z's.
Meet the Experts
Martin Reed
Patient ExpertMartin is the owner of Insomnia Coach and is passionate about sleep. He has been writing for HealthCentral since 2014.
Eli Hendel, M.D.
Health Professional, Medical ReviewerEli Hendel, M.D., is a board-certified internist/pulmonary specialist with board certification in Sleep Medicine.
Stephanie Stephens
M.A., Health WriterStephanie Stephens is a digital journalist, audio/video producer and host, specializing in health and celebrities.