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Sleep May Be Nature’s Time Management Tool

August 31st, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Medical Information
When the predators are out, best to be hidden and safe in bed. Tags:

Bishop Cites Fatigue, Insomnia in Leaving Pa. Post

August 30th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Medical Information
SCRANTON, Pa. (AP) -- A Roman Catholic bishop criticized for his autocratic management style announced Monday that he is stepping down for health reasons, saying that tension within the diocese about his ideas and governance style led to insomnia and crippling physical fatigue. Tags:

Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients

August 27th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Medical Information
Title: Home Dialysis a Good Option for Kidney Disease Patients
Category: Health News
Created: 8/27/2009 8:10:00 AM
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The House of Your Dreams

August 26th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Medical Information
The economic crisis is haunting many people, even in their sleep, as foreclosure, eviction and an uncertain real estate market provide material for disturbing dreams about home. Tags:

Gene may explain how some function on little sleep

August 26th, 2009 | 1 Comment | Posted in Medical Information
A lucky few can get by just fine on six hours of sleep, and a new study suggests a genetic mutation might help explain why. Tags:

The unsolved mystery of sleep

August 26th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Medical Information
Despite the fact that humans will spend roughly one-third of their lives asleep, scientists still don't know why we do it. Tags:

Antidepressants: Benefit Of SNRI Is Proven

August 26th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Depression, Medical Information
Venlafaxine and duloxetine alleviate symptoms better than sham drug: The Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care (IQWiG) was commissioned by the Federal Joint Committee (G-BA) to investigate whether patients with depression benefit from taking drugs belonging to the selective serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor (SNRI) drug class. Up till now, 2 of these drugs have been approved as antidepressants in Germany: venlafaxine and duloxetine. Tags:

Philips Introduces FullLife Full-face Mask As Minimal-contact Alternative For Obstructive Sleep Apnea Patients

Royal Philips Electronics (NYSE: PHG, AEX: PHI) today announced the introduction of the FullLife full-face mask for the treatment of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). This revolutionary mask covers both the nose and mouth, while being compact and offering a clear line of sight for patients. The mask is being launched first in the U.S., followed by Canada; a global launch is planned for September 2009. Tags:

Vitamins and herbs that can harm you

August 24th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Medical Information
Natural remedies such as St. John's wort and fish oil can cause harm if taken in the wrong doses or in conjunction with other drugs, experts say. Tags:

Sleep training helps insomnia in arthritis patients

August 24th, 2009 | No Comments | Posted in Medical Information
According to a new study, a type of therapy known as cognitive behavior therapy may ease pain and sleep problems in older people who suffer from both arthritis and insomnia. Tags: