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Eight Things You Should Know About Fibromyalgia
Sleep disturbances are among the most common symptoms of fibromyalgia. In fact, along with fatigue, diffuse pain, and psychosocial distress, sleep disturbances are a core feature. In the last few years, it has become increasingly clear that treating the associated...
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Can Good Sleep Help You Survive Breast Cancer?
It is a well-known fact that women with advanced breast cancer suffer from severe fatigue and poor sleep. In fact, a study published out of Stanford several years ago showed that 63% of women with metastatic breast cancer reported one or more types of sleep...
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One Prescription Sleep Medication Bites the Dust
The FDA put out a warning this month regarding the insomnia drug Lunesta (eszopiclone). The warning was that the drug could cause next day impairment of driving, memory, and coordination. It was based on the results of a 91 person placebo-controlled study in which...
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10 Signs Your Child’s Snoring Is a Problem
We know that anywhere from 8% to 12% of children snore most nights. This is called habitual snoring. We also know that 3% to 5% of children have sleep apnea. Pediatric sleep apnea is a serious condition that can adversely affect your child’s growth, emotional and...
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Pregnant? Here’s What You Need to Know About Sleep Apnea
We have known for some time that sleep apnea can cause problems during pregnancy. Several studies have shown an increased risk of hypertension and diabetes in pregnant women with sleep apnea. However, a study in this month’s issue of the journal Sleep, bring to light...
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What Every Parent Should Know About Sleep
As parents, you should know that 25% of all children experience some type of sleep problem during childhood, the most common being bedtime difficulties and night awakenings. If untreated, these can lead to mood disturbances, impaired attention, and poor impulse...
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