Search Results for: sleep
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Is It Safe for Babies to Sleep in a Swing?
While it's tempting to let your baby snooze in a swing, it's not always the best idea. Read on for the dos and don'ts of safe sleep.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Pregnancy and Childbirth
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What to Do if You Can’t Sleep
Dealing with short-term or chronic insomnia? These tips can help you when you have trouble falling asleep or staying asleep.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z, Sleep Health
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How to Help Your Child Get Enough Sleep
A good night's sleep is important for a child's overall health. Find out ways to make sure your child is getting enough sleep from UPMC.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Pediatrics
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How Alzheimer’s and Other Forms of Dementia Affect Sleep and What You Can Do About It
Patients with dementia often have insomnia and daytime sleepiness. Proper sleep habits, medications, and treatment of underlying causes can help.Learn More
Categorized as: Family Health, Living and Wellness
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Getting a Good Night’s Sleep: What is Sleep Apnea?
Sleep is essential to maintaining good health and well-being, and studies show that sleep deprivation can lead to negative health outcomes, such as obesity and mood disorders. Yet, for more than 60% of the U.S. population – getting some shut-eye isn't easy.Read More
Categorized as: Family Health, Health Topics A-Z
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Debunking the Myths about Sleep and Concussion
Conventional wisdom says you shouldn't go to sleep if you have a concussion, but doctors say that is untrue and that sleep is an important part of recovery.Read More
Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine
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The Link Between Sleep Deprivation and Depression
Can lack of sleep cause depression? Learn how sleep deprivation and insomnia increase your risk of depression and anxiety.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness, Mental Health, Sleep Health
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School Is in, Sleeping Late Is out: What to Do?
As kids head back to school, learn how can you get your children to readjust to sleeping early on school nights.Read More
Categorized as: Living and Wellness
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Sleep Apnea and Heart Health: Is There a Connection?
Read about the connection between sleep apnea and heart health, and discover treatment options for the common sleep disorder.Read More
Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health