SLEEP QUALITY

Apr 28 2025HEALTH

Sleep and Gut Health: How Bacteria Might Help Women with Endometriosis

Endometriosis is a long-term health issue that impacts many women worldwide. It often brings along troublesome symptoms that mess with sleep. Recent findings hint that the gut microbiome, the community of bacteria in our gut, plays a big role in how well we sleep. This research dives into the connection between gut bacteria and sleep quality in women with endometrios...

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Apr 25 2025HEALTH

High Blood Pressure in Ernakulam: What's Going On?

In the bustling district of Ernakulam, Kerala, a silent health crisis is unfolding. Nearly half of the adults are grappling with high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. This isn't just a local issue; it's a global problem, especially in places where lifestyles are changing fast. Urbanization, different diets, and modern living are all contributing to this ri...

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Apr 09 2025HEALTH

Stressed and Sleepy: The Daily Grind of Medical Trainees

The life of a medical trainee is anything but easy. These future doctors often find themselves working grueling shifts that can last over 24 hours. This intense schedule can take a significant toll on their well-being. The long hours and demanding nature of the work can lead to increased stress levels and poor sleep quality. This is a big deal because sleep is crucia...

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Apr 07 2025HEALTH

Religious Gatherings and Sleep: The Hidden Connection

Religion plays a big part in many people's lives. It can affect how they live, how healthy they are, and even how well they sleep. Sleep is crucial for good health. It helps the body repair itself and the mind to function properly. Poor sleep can lead to many health issues. So, it's important to understand what affects our sleep. One interesting factor is going to r...

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Apr 06 2025HEALTH

How Sleep and Alertness Shape Our Mental Agility and Energy Levels

The impact of sleep on our daily lives is immense. It is a well-known fact that sleep quality and alertness play a significant role in how we feel and function. A recent study dug deep into how sleep quality and daytime sleepiness influence the link between our mental agility and fatigue. It involved over 500 adults and used several scales to measure different asp...

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Apr 03 2025HEALTH

Religion, Anxiety, and Sleep: How Beliefs Affect Rest

Religion can have a big impact on how well someone sleeps. This is especially true when it comes to anxiety and depression, which are often linked to poor sleep. A recent study looked at how religious beliefs affect sleep quality in the Druze community in Israel. The study involved both religious and non-religious adults who kept track of their sleep for two weeks. ...

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Mar 10 2025HEALTH

Why Saudi Students Can't Put Down Their Phones at Night

Sleep is super important for students. It helps them stay focused, learn better, and feel good overall. But there's a big problem. Many university students in Saudi Arabia are glued to their smart devices right up until bedtime. This habit is messing with their sleep quality. Smart devices are everywhere. They're in our pockets, on our desks, and even by our...

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Mar 03 2025SPORTS

Rugby Players' Sleep: The Impact of Travel and Games

Professional rugby players often travel long distances for games. This travel can mess with their sleep patterns. Scientists wanted to see how travel and games affect the sleep of these athletes. They used special equipment to monitor the sleep of twenty professional rugby players. The players were monitored for three nights. This happened twice: once when they were ...

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Feb 02 2025HEALTH

Rest, Readiness and Gender in the Jordanian Military

The Jordanian military is known for its toughness and high standards. When recruits are stressed and pushing their limits, sleep is one thing that often suffers. So achieving and observing the good sleep habits among recruits is vital to maximum performance and training results. One thing markers of sleep health among military recruits is how long they sleep...

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Jan 31 2025HEALTH

ADHD and Chinese Medicine

Parents have expressed their experiences with a traditional Chinese therapy called Tuina, which is used to help children with ADHD. The therapy is focused on improving sleep quality and appetite. This is a big deal because sleep and appetite are common issues for kids with ADHD. In Hong Kong, parents have been trying out this Tuina therapy on their own children. ...

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