Medical Breakthroughs
Sleep Disorders
Antidepressants
Linked to Sleep Disorder
However,
the researchers aren't sure which came first: the sleep disorder or
the antidepressant use.
Posted 6/20/06
Body
Clock Surprise
Scientists at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City and the
University of Michigan in Ann Arbor say the finding is a complete
reversal of previous research and that drug makers will have to
design new medications to treat sleep disorders, jet lag and some
forms of depression.
Posted 7/5/06
Implants
Help Sleep Apnea -- In-Depth Doctor's Interview
When you sleep, you breathe through your nose and mouth. When you
have sleep apnea, you can't breathe through your nose or mouth. The
airway's closed. Your body tries to get a breath and no oxygen goes
in.
Posted 6/27/06
New
Sleep Drug May Cause Fewer Side Effects
A new kind of sleep medication may not cause
the typical behavioral side effects, such as dependence and abuse,
as other sleep drugs.
Posted 6/12/06
Why
Wine Makes You Sleepy
A nice
glass of red wine with dinner is often just what the doctor ordered
when it comes to getting a good night's sleep.
Posted 6/20/06