Here is something that sleep deprived workers are sure to applaud. Especially for the ones who have to adjust due to work shifts, this study made by Philip Tucker of Britain’s Swansea University should help you out. Using a large employment database, researchers looked at the relationship between shift work and sleep problems in workers of different ages and over time.
There is apparently a difference for the people in their 30s, 40s and yuppies. Workers who gave up shift work seemed to
Books are a great resources for some issues, sleep deprivation included. Hence, if you are looking for a good book to refer to then the “Six Steps to Sleep Now” from Sleep guru Peter Litchfield should be something useful to check out.
In addition to the six step program the book offers solutions and advice for subjects such as Waking up During the Night, Stress, Anxiety and Sleep, Sleeping the Night before a Big Occasion, Napping, Sleeping with a Partner, Smoking and Sleep, Alcohol an
It looks like sleep apnea issues have not spared the younger generation. The Cookeville Regional Medical Center has been receiving a lot of young patients who have sleep problems like snoring, sleep apnea and respiratory problems.
The hospital has already set up a new pediatric room with facilities specifically customized for children. The symptoms of sleep disorders among children are similar to ADHD. And studies even suggest that more than 50 percent of ADHD cases are actually misdia
A certificate program on polysomnography will soon be offered to interesting students as the GateWay Community College unveils an 8 month program which will help students monitor and analyze patients with sleep disorders. The program will accept 20 students per session and is limited to graduates of accredited respiratory care programs.
Graduates can earn $42,509 to $80,300 annually, depending on the certification level and the years of experience. Students in the program w
Here is a potential solution for people suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea. Especially made for people who have problems originating from the bridge of the nose, the Sleep Comfort Care pad acts as a cushion between the patient’s face and mask and is simply placed across the bridge of the nose under the mask.
The protective polymer gel pad is composed of USP grade mineral oil, is hypoallergenic, latex and silicone free. It is reusable, does not require any adhesives and can be cleaned with soap and water. The material and design have been thoroughly tested and proven to
