Summary: A study published in JAMA Network Open by the University of Maryland School of Medicine examined nearly 12,000 children in the Adolescent Brain Cognitive Development (ABCD) study to assess the impact of frequent snoring on behavior and cognition. Researchers found that … [Read more...]
Disrupted Liver Signals Linked to Overeating in Night Shift Workers
Summary: A new study from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania has discovered that the liver communicates with the brain via the vagus nerve to regulate eating patterns based on the body’s circadian rhythm. This internal clock helps signal when the … [Read more...]
Unsafe Sleep Practices with Nursery Products Linked to 126 Infant Deaths Over Three Years
Summary: A new report from the CPSC reveals that unsafe sleep practices involving nursery products, such as cribs, bassinets, and play yards with added soft bedding, contributed to 126 infant deaths between 2019 and 2021. The report also highlights that nursery product-related … [Read more...]
Why Light Pollution May Be Linked to Greater Risk of Alzheimer’s Disease
By Rahul Sidhu, University of Sheffield Light pollution is a growing issue. Over the past 25 years, artificial lighting has surged by 49% worldwide. For perspective, the brightness of the night sky has risen by almost 10% per year over the last 12 years. Around 80% of the global … [Read more...]
Nighttime Phone Use Linked to Less Sleep and More Stress, Especially in Cyberbullied Children
Summary: A study conducted by Australian researchers on over 50,000 children aged 7-19 found that nighttime phone use reduced sleep and increased psychological distress, especially among children who experienced cyberbullying. The study, published in Adolescents, highlights the … [Read more...]
Sleep Difficulties Linked to Suicidal Thoughts in At-Risk Adolescents
Summary: A recent study led by Rebecca Robbins, PhD, from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, explores the relationship between sleep difficulties, substance abuse, and suicidal ideation in adolescents with a history of depression. Using data from the National Surveys of Drug Use and … [Read more...]
Wild Boars’ Sleep Variability Linked to Environmental Conditions
Summary: A study using high-resolution biologgers has uncovered how environmental conditions significantly influence sleep patterns in wild boars. The research found that temperature, humidity, and snow cover impact sleep quality, efficiency, and duration. Warmer days reduced … [Read more...]
Daylight Saving Time Switch Linked to Unhealthy Habits
Summary: A study reveals that the onset of daylight saving time may lead to increased unhealthy behaviors, such as higher snack consumption and fewer visits to fitness centers. The study utilized social media data and real-time consumer behavior datasets to explore the impact of … [Read more...]
Dengue Fever Linked to Short-Term Sleep Disorders in Taiwan
Summary: An analysis of nearly 50,000 medical records in Taiwan reveals a link between dengue fever and increased risks of sleep disorders, anxiety, and depression. Researchers found that dengue patients showed elevated risks of developing depressive disorders at various time … [Read more...]
Philips Revises Use Instructions for BiPAPs Linked to 65 Deaths
Summary: Philips Respironics has updated the use instructions for BiPAP V30, A30, and A40 ventilators due to potential therapy interruptions that pose serious health risks. There have been 65 reported deaths and 952 injuries. The recall, deemed the most serious by the FDA, … [Read more...]