More articles about: Sleep Disorders Treatment
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A road to better Zzz’s
A newly improved CPAP device is helping aid in one woman’s obstructive sleep apnea.
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Sleep deprivation or burnout?
A sleep psychologist explains why the exhaustion you feel may not be related to a lack of sleep.
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Treating Sleep Apnea May Reduce Dementia Risk
People with obstructive sleep apnea who treat their apnea with the commonly-prescribed positive airway pressure therapy were less likely to be diagnosed with dementia.
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Is Your Excessive Sleepiness Actually Narcolepsy?
Are you tired all the time? For some people, narcolepsy could be the culprit. Two Michigan Medicine sleep medicine specialists discuss the types, symptoms and available treatments for this sleep disorder.
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Can CBD Help You Sleep?
A sleep psychologist says you should reconsider stocking up on CBD products for catching some zzz’s.
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The Top 5 Most Played Michigan Medicine News Break Podcasts of 2019
A list of the top 5 podcasts of 2019 from the Michigan Health and Michigan Health Lab blogs.
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Are Melatonin Supplements Safe?
A Michigan Medicine expert explains what we know and don’t know about the hormone supplement that’s growing in popularity.
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1 in 4 Older Patients Stay on Risky Sedative Too Long
Benzodiazepines pose special risks to older adults. New research finds many of those who start taking them aren’t stopping.
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Shut-Eye 101: Online Program Helps College Students Sleep
See how a free online sleep education program is helping college students improve their sleep habits by addressing barriers to good sleep through simple behavioral changes.
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6 Ways Obstructive Sleep Apnea Can Harm Your Health
Is sleep apnea dangerous? Left untreated it can be. Learn the side effects and risks of untreated obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) including why you should schedule a sleep study.
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When CPAP Doesn’t Work: Surgery Offers Relief for Sleep Apnea Patient
Learn about maxillomandibular advancement, a surgery to treat sleep apnea that repositions the jaw and is ideal for patients who cannot tolerate CPAP treatment.
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The Real-Life ‘Walking Dead’: Binge-Watching Can Make You a Zombie, Study Finds
Learn how watching too much television can negatively effect your sleep and overall health, and get tips for binge watching responsibly from Michigan Medicine.
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10 alternatives to CPAP for treating obstructive sleep apnea
Get the latest information on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) treatment options, including ten CPAP alternatives like position therapy, mouthpieces and surgery
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Treatment for Restless Legs Syndrome Helps Patients Get Shut-Eye
One man’s struggle to get a good night’s sleep was a nightmare. An unexpected diagnosis of RLS helped him pinpoint the problem and find ways to cope.
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Obey These 10 ‘Sleep Commandments’ for Healthful Zzz's
Following good habits before bedtime can reap big health benefits. The WorldSleep Society offers simple tips to improve your nighttime routine.