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Excessive Sleepiness with OSA

Helpful guide for people who have OSA and are still excessively sleepy.

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Do Lucid Dreams Affect Sleep Quality?

Good sleep quality is critical when it comes to health and wellness. But lucid dreams—extremely vivid reveries where the dreamer is aware that he or she is dreaming—can be stimulating, so it’s natural to wonder whether sleep quality is affected....
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What Is Lucid Dreaming?

Having an occasional strange dream isn’t unusual—but sometimes they can border on a nightmare, resulting in stress and lost sleep....
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3 Ways to Tell a Nightmare from Night Terror

Nightmares and night terrors are both scary and can cause sleep disturbances, but they are not the same thing. Knowing...
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How Pregnancy Can Affect Your Dreams

Many women find that their dreams change when pregnant. Dreams can become more intense and vivid, and some women experience...
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Night Terrors: When to Talk with a Doctor

Night Terrors: When to Talk with a Doctor

Your child’s first night terror is disconcerting to say the least. It likely involves screaming and flailing about while asleep,...
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How to Pick the Right Pillow for You

The right head support can greatly improve how comfortable you feel in bed.
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Which Sleep Tracker Is Best for You?

Wonder how solid your sleep was last night? These tech devices can help you zone in on your healthy (and...
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How to Use a CPAP Machine for Better Sleep

Learn more about how these medical devices can make a big difference in nighttime comfort for people with breathing issues.
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Ectosense’s Ciaran McCourt Interview

After playing many different roles in the SleepTech® industry, Ciaran McCourt is now the CEO of Belgium-based Ectosense, a health-tech...
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Do Dreams Affect How Well You Sleep?
How Sleep Is Different for Men and Women
Is Your Thyroid to Blame for Your Sleep Issues?
How Sleep Affects Your Immunity
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