Menopausal hormone therapy (commonly known as hormone replacement therapy or HRT) is not associated with an increased risk of death, finds a Danish study of over 800,000 women published by The BMJ today. The findings support current guidelines that recommend hormone therapy for women who have recently begun menopause who have moderate to severe symptoms and no … Read more
New neuroimaging research shows that when sleep-deprived people lose focus, the brain briefly shifts toward sleep-like physiology, offering fresh insight into why cognitive performance declines without adequate rest. Study: Attentional failures after sleep deprivation are locked to joint neurovascular, pupil and cerebrospinal fluid flow dynamics. Image Credit: New Africa / Shuttertock In a recent study … Read more
When couples attend relationship counseling, it benefits not only their partnership but also their individual well-being. But which aspects of the training are most influential in this respect? A new study from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign examines how a popular intervention program affected individual outcomes such as mental health, sleep, and substance use. “Past research … Read more
New research following US adolescents ages 11–12 shows that problematic use of mobile phones, social media, and video games was associated with higher risks of mental health problems, sleep disturbance, and suicidal behaviors one year later. The study in the American Journal of Preventive Medicine, published by Elsevier, reveals that the links between problematic screen … Read more
Kaley Cuoco is done sharing her bed with fiancé Tom Pelphrey. In a Feb. 9 interview on Dax Shepard’s Armchair Expert podcast, she candidly revealed that she stopped sleeping with her significant other after he told her, “I can’t do this anymore.” Despite how ominous that might sound for their relationship, the couple is actually … Read more
New clinical trial evidence suggests targeting both obesity and sleep-disordered breathing together may reshape cardiometabolic risk management in obstructive sleep apnea. Tirzepatide on obstructive sleep apnea-related cardiometabolic risk: secondary outcomes of the SURMOUNT-OSA randomized trial. Image Credit: Mongkolchon Akesin / Shutterstock In a recent study published in the journal Nature Medicine, researchers reported results from the … Read more
New research explores how attention difficulties, sleep disruption, and cognitive control challenges intersect with internet use patterns, highlighting lifestyle factors like exercise that may help reduce risk while underscoring the need for cautious interpretation of cross-sectional findings. Study: The interplay between attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder and internet addiction: executive dysfunction and insomnia as mediators and the … Read more
Parkinson’s disease, a progressive neurological disorder affecting more than 1 million people in the U.S. and more than 10 million globally, is characterized by debilitating symptoms such as tremors, movement difficulties, sleep disturbances and cognitive impairments. While current treatments, including long-term medication and invasive deep brain stimulation (DBS), can alleviate symptoms, they cannot halt progression … Read more
Low back pain (LBP) is one of the most common health problems worldwide, affecting people of all ages and placing a heavy burden on healthcare systems. Many patients experience persistent discomfort that interferes with work, sleep, and daily activities. Yet in most cases, doctors cannot identify a clear structural cause, making long-term treatment difficult. A … Read more
Wearable devices have split into two broad categories: Those with screens and those without. The former is a constant companion, sending you notifications and allowing you to keep track of your steps and fitness goals throughout the day. Anyone who’s ever checked their wrist expecting an urgent message only to find a blurry photo of … Read more