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  • Article - 3 Minute Read

    Sidelined By Concussion: Rethinking The Restful Approach To Recovery

    December 27, 2019

    While rest and refraining from activities may be part of the equation, we know that the best form of recovery is active treatment. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: brain injury, concussion, concussion 101, concussion management, depression, mood, neuromythology, patience, rest, sleep

    Learn more about health disparities in the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Article - 2 Minute Read

    Sleep Problems in Older Adults: How to Reclaim Your Sleep

    June 24, 2019

    Don't spend another night tossing and turning. Tackle your sleep problems once and for all with these helpful tips. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by UPMC Senior Services

    Categorized as: Family Health

    Tagged with: sleep, sleep issues in older adults, sleep problems

    Lying awake at night
  • Article - 5 Minute Read

    10 Yoga Poses for Heart Health

    March 20, 2019

    These 10 yoga poses for heart health can help boost flexibility, increase muscle strength, relieve stress, and improve sleep. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Heart and Vascular Institute

    Categorized as: Fitness, Health Topics A-Z, Heart and Vascular Health, Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: cardiovascular health, flexibility, Heart Health, relaxation, sleep, yoga, yoga poses, yoga positions

    Yoga and Health
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  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Understanding A Mood/Anxiety Concussion

    February 28, 2018

    If you suffer a mood/anxiety concussion, excessive worrying may seem to take over your life. Learn more about this type of concussion with our infographic. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sports Medicine

    Categorized as: Concussion, Health Topics A-Z, Sports Medicine

    Tagged with: anxiety, concussion, concussion symptoms, concussion treatment, infographic, mood, sleep, worry

    The link between sleep and depression
  • Videos

    Video: 7 Ways to Fall Asleep Faster

    August 1, 2017

    Getting at least seven hours of sleep a night is important to your overall health. Try these seven tips to help you fall asleep faster. Watch Now

    Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine

    Categorized as: Family Health, Sleep Health

    Tagged with: bedtime routine, sleep, sleep hygiene

    Fall Asleep
  • Article - 6 Minute Read

    What is Sleep Debt and How Do You Repay it?

    November 6, 2016

    Sleep debt is the cumulative effect of not getting enough sleep. Can you really catch up? What effect does sleeplessness have on your health? Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Sleep Medicine

    Categorized as: Health Topics A-Z

    Tagged with: sleep, sleep debt, sleep disorder, sleeplessness

    what is sleep debt
  • Gallery

    Is Sleeping Beauty Syndrome for Real?

    October 23, 2016

    Also known as Sleeping Beauty Syndrome, Kleine-Levin Syndrome is a condition marked by long periods of excessive sleep. Learn more about this condition Learn More

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: neurological disorders, rare disorders, sleep, sleep disorders, sleeping beauty syndrome

  • Gallery

    Fright Night: Is It a Night Terror?

    October 22, 2016

    Unlike a nightmare, a night terror is not technically a dream, but instead a sudden, fearful reaction that happens during sleep. Learn More

    Categorized as: Living and Wellness

    Tagged with: night terror, nightmares, rest, sleep, sleep health

  • Article - 1 Minute Read

    Is Binge Watching Bad for You?

    October 17, 2016

    Binge watching may seem like a harmless pastime, but does it actually put your health at risk? Here are a few healthier ways to binge watch TV. Read More

    Medically Reviewed by Neurosurgery

    Categorized as: Neurosurgery and Brain Health

    Tagged with: binge watching, brain, sleep, TV

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