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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Screens in Bed: Are They Messing With Your Sleep?

Students are spending a lot of time on their screens in bed. This might be a bad idea. A recent study found that more screen time in bed could lead to worse sleep. The study looked at over 45, 000 students in Norway. They found that each extra hour of screen time increased the risk of insomnia by 63

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Breathing Easy: The Effects of Stopping CPAP Therapy

Obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) is a serious condition that affects many people. It can lead to a variety of health issues. One of the most effective treatments for moderate to severe OSA is continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy. It involves wearing a mask that delivers a steady stream

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Apr 01 2025HEALTH

Sleep and Brain Health: The Hidden Connection

The brain's health is deeply tied to the quality of sleep one gets. Recent findings show that not getting enough deep sleep or REM sleep can lead to shrinking in key brain areas. These areas are the first to be affected by Alzheimer’s disease. The study looked at 270 people over many years. It found

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Mar 31 2025HEALTH

Sleep's Secret Weapon Against Alzheimer's

Alzheimer's disease is a growing concern, and recent findings highlight the importance of deep sleep in keeping this condition at bay. Insufficient deep sleep, which includes both slow-wave and REM stages, can speed up brain damage linked to Alzheimer's. A specific brain region, the inferior parieta

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Mar 31 2025HEALTH

Sleep and Stem Cells: A Hidden Connection

Sleep is not just about resting. It is a vital process that keeps the body running smoothly. This process is controlled by something called circadian rhythms. These rhythms affect many things in the body, including how well organs work and how healthy a person is overall. When sleep is disrupted, it

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Mar 30 2025SPORTS

Young Gun Lee's Big Moment at the Houston Open

The golf world is watching Min Woo Lee, a young talent from Australia. He's on the edge of something big. He's leading the Houston Open after a fantastic third round. Lee shot a seven-under-par 63, which is impressive. He didn't drop a single shot above par all day. This put him ahead by four shots

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Mar 22 2025POLITICS

Oakland's Tough Choices: Crime, Homelessness, and the Race for Mayor

Oakland, California, is at a crossroads. The city, known for its vibrant culture and progressive values, is grappling with serious issues. Crime and homelessness have reached alarming levels, pushing residents to demand change. The recall of Mayor Sheng Thao in November was a clear sign of the publi

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Mar 21 2025SCIENCE

How Sleep and Quick Tests Affect Our Memory

Sleep is a big deal for our brains. It helps us remember things. But it can also mess with our memories. Sometimes, it makes us recall things that never happened. This is what scientists call false memories. To figure out why this happens, researchers looked at two things: how we remember stuff righ

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Mar 19 2025SPORTS

March Madness 2025: Unlikely Heroes and Big Surprises

The 2025 NCAA Tournament is shaping up to be a thrilling event, with several underdog teams poised to make a splash. One such team is McNeese State, led by head coach Will Wade. They secured their spot after winning the Southland Conference championship for the second year in a row. This year, they

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Mar 18 2025HEALTH

Are These Sleep Trends Really Worth It?

Sleep trends are all the rage, but do they really work? A recent study looked at five popular sleep trends to see if they are worth the hype. One trend involves taping your mouth shut at night. The idea is to force yourself to breathe through your nose. This can help with snoring and dry mou

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