Shift Work in Teens Linked to Increased Multiple Sclerosis Risk
Circadian disruption and sleep restriction contributing factors
Researchers from Sweden have uncovered an association between shift work and increased risk...
Epilepsy and Sleep
Epilepsy is a neurological disorder involving recurrent seizures. A seizure, also called convulsion, is a sudden change in behavior...
Alzheimer's Disease and Sleep
Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a brain disorder that affects a person's thoughts, memory, speech, and ability to carry out...
Is Your Thyroid to Blame for Your Sleep Issues?
Sleep problems like insomnia can be caused by many different factors, including chronic pain, acid reflux, and depression. But...
Year-Round and Seasonal Allergies – Treatment
Treatment of allergic rhinitis (allergies) begins with a diagnosis of allergies. A history and physical examination is the first...
ADHD and Sleep
Attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a term used to describe hyperactivity, inattentiveness, and/or impulsivity. It is a common condition...
Do I Have Excessive Sleepiness?
For people juggling family, work, and a personal life, feeling exhausted may seem like it’s just par for the...
COPD and Difficulty Breathing
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a term used for lung disorders such as emphysema, chronic bronchitis, and in...
Year-Round and Seasonal Allergies – Symptoms
Symptoms of allergic rhinitis (allergies) include:
nasal congestion
sore throat
coughing
sneezing
runny nose
headache
Allergic rhinitis is sometimes associated with itchy, watery eyes (allergic conjunctivitis)...
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and Sleep
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is the unexpected, sudden death of an infant under one year of age that...
What Can You Do to Promote Good Dental Health
Because infectious diseases are frequently transmitted via touch, hand hygiene is an important first line of defense against the spread of infections in dental...
