Sleep woes common in US, Canadian cops

2011-12-20T18:30:30Z

About 40 percent of police officers in the United States and Canada suffer from sleep problems that may harm their ability to function on the job, said a US study published on Tuesday.

Of nearly 5,000 police officers who took part in an online survey, 40 percent had at least one sleep disorder, most commonly obstructive sleep apnea, followed by insomnia and shift work disorder.

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Sleep disorders common among cops: study

2011-12-20T15:30:09Z

(Reuters Health) - A survey from the United States and Canada found 40 percent of police officers had symptoms of a sleep disorder, including sleep apnea and insomnia.

Officers who screened positive for those disorders were also more likely to be burned out, depressed or have an...

Sleep disorders common in cops: study

2011-12-20T13:30:17Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - A survey from the United States and Canada found 40 percent of police officers had symptoms of a sleep disorder, including sleep apnea and insomnia.

Officers who screened positive for those disorders were also more likely to be burnt out,...

Transcept gets shorter review on sleep drug

2011-10-04T11:00:25Z

(Reuters) - Transcept Pharmaceuticals Inc said health regulators granted a shorter review period of two months for its experimental sleep drug, reviving hopes for the treatment and sending company shares up as much as 34 percent.

The treatment Intermezzo had been considered virtually dead by

Parental counseling may help kids' sleep

2011-09-11T21:30:08Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - Screening children for sleeping problems and discussing sleep strategies with parents could help youngsters settle into school with better nighttime routines, according to a study from Australia.

Study author Jon Quach, from the

2011-09-06T22:30:07Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - High school students who catch up on sleep over the weekend do worse on attention tests in school than kids who don't get extra shuteye, according to a new study from South Korea.

Researchers say the findings suggest "sleep debt" accumulated during the week might be taxing the teens' intellectual r...

Insomnia affects 23 percent of US workers: study

2011-08-31T18:30:31Z

Insomnia affects around 23 percent of US workers, and brings a national cost for the sleeping disorder at $63.2 billion, a study showed Wednesday.

On average US workers lose 11.3 days of productivity each year due to insomnia, according to a report from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine, to be released in the...

Valerian may aid menopausal sleep problems: study

2011-08-31T10:30:32Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - The popular herbal sleep aid valerian could help ease some of the sleep problems that can come with menopause, a small study suggests.

Valerian root has been used since ancient Greek and Roman times for various health problems, including insomnia. Modern science is split on whether the herb works: some studies have indicated that it can ease insomnia, but few rigo...

Valerian may help menopausal sleep problems: study

2011-08-30T19:30:26Z

NEW YORK (Reuters) - The popular herbal sleep aid valerian, which has been used since ancient Greek and Roman times for various health problems, may also help ease some of the sleep problems that can come with menopause, a study said.

Modern science, though, is split on whether the herb works. Some studies have indicated that it can ease insomnia, but few rigorous clinical trials have put va...

Does too little sleep lead to weight gain?

2011-07-11T00:00:09Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Life!) - Want to avoid weight gain? Maybe some more sleep would help.

People who got very little sleep ate more but didn't burn any extra calories, according to a U.S. study in the American Jour...

Pushing Western medicine with fear in India

2011-07-07T09:30:33Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - If you sleep less than six hours a night, you're increasing your risk of developing or dying from heart disease by 48 percent. At least, that's what U.S.-based pharmaceutical giant Abbott would have 1.2 billion people in India believe.

But doctors say the grim message, which appeared in a newspaper ad in India...

Toddlers' sleep, eating problems often go together

2011-03-03T14:31:10Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Parents who have a hard time getting their babies and toddlers to sleep at night may also often have trouble at mealtime, new study findings suggest.

So-called behavioral insomnia, where a young child regularly resists bedtime or has trouble staying asleep, is common -- seen in up to 30 percent of children between the ages of 6 months and 3 years.

A similar ...

Many Sleep-Deprived Americans Blame Stress

2010-11-29T15:01:50Z

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Pipradrol

2010-11-30T13:48:38Z

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Ramelteon

2010-11-30T13:48:50Z

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Triazolam

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Provigil

2010-11-30T13:48:47Z

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Rest Assured

2010-11-29T14:47:59Z

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Assessing the legitimacy of sleep disorders

2010-11-29T15:49:25Z

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Tasimelteon

2010-11-30T13:41:52Z

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THE WORK

2010-11-29T14:56:08Z

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INTRODUCTION

2010-11-29T14:56:14Z

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Fatal familial insomnia

2010-11-29T15:18:46Z

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Tasimelteon: Non-addictive drug to treat sleep disorders

2010-11-29T15:19:50Z

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Does melatonin require a doctor's prescription?

2010-11-29T15:21:21Z

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Information and warnings on the use of K2 herb

2010-11-29T15:20:52Z

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Narcolepsy: Mislabeled and undiagnosed

2010-11-29T15:19:52Z

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Doctors and the myths surrounding sleep deprivation

2010-11-29T15:19:02Z

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Narcolepsy treatments

2010-11-29T15:19:49Z

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Medazepam

2010-11-30T13:11:18Z

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How to control your snoring

2010-11-29T15:19:46Z

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An overview of sleep disorders in adults

2010-11-29T15:19:49Z

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The health benefits of hops

2010-11-29T15:13:07Z

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The Demand Economy

2010-11-03T15:44:41Z

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Natural Remedies For Insomnia

2010-11-29T14:51:01Z

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Product reviews: Cabot Classic ear plugs

2010-11-04T14:10:47Z

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Humor: How to enjoy a vacation

2010-11-04T13:54:08Z

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A look at the connection between sleep and life expectancy

2010-11-29T15:05:10Z

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How to Deal with Insomnia :Cures For The Sleepless

2010-11-03T09:34:19Z

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Prepare For a Good Night's Sleep

2010-11-03T09:34:13Z

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Natural cures for insomnia

2010-11-03T09:43:30Z

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Snoring Home Remedies

2010-11-03T09:48:23Z

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SLEEPING DISORDERS ,FALLING ASLEEP & WAKING UP ARE CONTROLLED BY A NUMBER OF CHEMICAL CHANGES IN BRAIN & BLOOD.

2010-11-03T09:37:55Z

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What Is Narcolepsy

2010-11-03T09:43:35Z

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Human Beings...Who Are Truly Nocturnal??

2010-11-03T09:34:12Z

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Addicted to sleeping pills

2010-11-03T09:43:34Z

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Herbal Treatments for Insomnia

2010-11-03T09:48:42Z

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The Sleep Connection For Good Health

2010-11-03T09:34:13Z

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Sleep Disorder: How to Overcome Insomnia Sleep Disorder

2010-11-03T09:34:12Z

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Insomnia: Why Women Can’t Sleep?

2010-11-02T18:48:00Z

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sleep vacation! how much sleep do you think or feel you need- Review by Websclubs

2010-11-02T22:12:34Z

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Types Of Sleeping Disorders

2010-11-02T21:42:05Z

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sleep is a waste of time

2010-11-02T22:02:42Z

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Using exercise to overcome jet-lag and reset your body clock

2010-11-02T21:43:41Z

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Beginners Guide to Sleeping Disorder Symptoms , Types and Treatments

2010-11-02T21:42:09Z

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Sleep Talking

2010-11-02T18:52:23Z

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Discover Snorezip-The stop snoring products that works

2010-11-02T21:42:10Z

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Sleeping Positions and Your Back

2010-11-02T22:12:33Z

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STOP SNORING NATURALLY

2010-11-02T21:42:20Z

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Naturally Fall Asleep Fast

2010-11-02T22:12:55Z

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Sleep: The New Sex

2010-11-02T22:43:19Z

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Chronic Obstuctive Sleep Apnea

2010-11-02T21:42:05Z

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What You Should Know About Sleep Deprivation

2010-11-02T22:13:09Z

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Lack Of Sleep And Weight Loss

2010-11-02T21:35:50Z

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The Benefit of Sleeping For Health

2010-11-02T22:08:14Z

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How To Get A Sleep Aid Prescription

2010-11-02T21:42:03Z

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Real Wellness Solutions That Have A Great Impact

2010-11-02T21:24:33Z

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Sleep Deprivation Symptoms

2010-11-02T22:12:34Z

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Over The Counter Sleep Aid

2010-11-02T22:12:36Z

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6 Great Herbs for Insomnia

2010-11-02T22:13:10Z

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Natural Cures For Insomnia

2010-11-02T21:42:10Z

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How To Stop Snoring – What Are The Right Products / Remedies You Should Use?

2010-11-02T21:42:03Z

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sleepwellandtight

2010-11-02T21:42:02Z

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Use Herbal Remedies to Make Snore Stop

2010-10-09T11:00:34Z

Before you are able to use herbal solutions to make snore stop, it is best that you do research about them. The best thing to do is to learn the different advantages you will get from using herbal solutions. By doing so, you will be able to know what to expect from these solutions. It is also good to know the different precautions you should conside...

Medicinal Herbs & Shrubs

2010-10-10T20:24:09Z

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What are Hypnagogic Hallucinations?

2010-11-05T09:57:38Z

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Insomnia Relief: A Natural Way To Get Rid Of Insomnia

2010-10-06T15:39:40Z

Insomnia has become a common problem especially in America as you will found almost two out of three Americans suffering insomnia. Shocking, isn't it? But it's true. You will find many people awake at night. If you are struggling to get some sleep every night than you are missing the most important key to maintain your life in a healthy way. Suffering from insomnia is not something you should be avoiding as it might make your life worse slowly and it might cause sleep apnea which is related w...

Sleeplessness | Herbal Remedies for Insomnia

2010-10-07T08:24:31Z

Research has suggested that people get a much better night sleep if they go to bed at a decent time. It is thought that if you go to bed before 10pm each night, your chances of falling into a deeper more peaceful night sleep are much higher. However this is not always the best case for you, if you are still wide awake and stimulated at 10pm (say for instance you have just gotten in from work or from some other activity) then you are much better waiting until you have properly wound down.

Insomniac Events Celebrates the 16th Annual Nocturnal Festival With 42,000 Music Fans

2010-09-26T17:02:51Z

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NH woman rescued from swamp says she sleepwalks

2010-09-23T12:45:21Z

NH woman rescued from swamp says her history of sleepwalking may explain ordeal

A 60-year-old New Hampshire woman who was found by police in a heavily wooded swamp on Tuesday said her ordeal began over the weekend and said her history of sleepwalking might explain it.

Ellin Vincenti of Tuftonboro told WMUR-TV on Wednesday that she remembers saying goodnight to her husband Sat...

The Different Kinds Of Sleep Disorders

2010-10-06T10:28:47Z

Sleep disorders are a complicated problem in America. We lead such hectic lifestyles between work, home and recreation that we are prone to getting sleep deprived. A lack of solid sleep is a common cause of car accidents, job failures and poor school performance. With sleep problems, we end up having problems in our relationships because we have irritability and mood swings.

There are a number of sleep disorders. Some are trivial while others are severe. You can suffer from sleep ...

Light Pollution Can Harm Your Sleep Habits

2010-09-22T06:10:02Z

Sleep is a big issue in the US. The majority of people don't get enough sleep, or if they get enough it is of very poor quality. Light bulbs and artificial lighting have a hand in this sleep deprivation through light pollution. After the sun has gone down, we need a lack of light for our bodies to begin producing melatonin, ...

What are Melatonin Supplements?

2010-11-05T11:07:18Z

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What Are the Different Tryptophan Side Effects?

2010-11-05T10:19:49Z

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What Are Sleep Spindles?

2010-11-05T10:15:26Z

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How Do I Become a Respiratory Technician?

2010-11-05T09:35:49Z

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What Is Zaleplon?

2010-11-05T10:18:12Z

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How Do I Get Polysomnography Training?

2010-11-05T09:28:54Z

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Can I use Melatonin For Insomnia?

2010-11-05T10:10:26Z

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What is Scopolamine?

2010-11-05T10:24:03Z

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Self Hypnosis Techniques for Better Sleep

2010-10-06T10:24:45Z

According to the National Sleep Foundation, approximately 70 million Americans have sleeping problems. Most adults (63%) in the US do not get the recommended 8 hours of sleep needed for optimum health.

An active mind can be our worst enemy when trying to fall asleep. This reliable self hypnotic tapping technique can help you let go of what's keeping you up, allowing you to relax, let go, and fall back to sleep.

Self Hypnosis Tapping Technique Steps:

1. Determine the main ...

Homeopathic Remedies for Insomnia

2010-09-12T03:21:30Z

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How to Choose a Sleeping Pill

2010-09-09T04:03:06Z

With stress on the rise, a recession in full swing, and a job market that is scarce at best, insomnia is another epidemic that is hitting America by a storm. With all of this stress on our minds, falling asleep can be very hard to do. To further impact your quality of life, not getting enough sleep, or falling asleep too late and waking up too late, can also impede your ability to get to work, keep a job, or function adequately in your day to day. Not sleeping well can have a serious impact o...

Say Goodnight And Goodbye To Insomnia

2010-09-09T04:04:17Z

Believe it or not, but America is not only the richest country in the world, but it is also the most sleepless. Research shows us that America leads the world in terms of insomnia statistics, with insomnia effecting more than 58% of American adults. Among this group of 58%, 93% report that insomnia directly effects their work performance and quality of life. This leads to a cost to America of millions of dollars a year in work loss, days missed, and poor work performance as a result of insomn...

Does smoking affect snoring?

2010-09-09T19:34:56Z

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Does smoking affect snoring?
I have been snoring loudly and I smoke 2 pack of cigarettes daily. I have quit smoking in the past. Du...

New moms get enough sleep, just not good sleep

2010-08-30T09:30:23Z

NEW YORK (Reuters Health) - Contrary to popular belief, new mothers may often get a decent amount of sleep in their babies' first few months -- but it's not a good-quality sleep, a new study suggests.

The study, which followed a group of new moms, found that on average, the women got just over 7 hours of sleep per night during their babies' first four months. That is within what's generally ...

The Sleep Aid Tryptophan

2010-10-06T10:21:50Z

Until 1990 tryptophan was by far the most popular natural sleep aid on the market. In 1990 the United States Food and Drug Administration pulled all tryptophan from store shelves due to a sudden outbreak of eosinophilic-myalgia syndrome that occurred among some people who had taken the sleep aid. Once the United States banned the nutrient many other countries soon followed. Ultimately almost five thousand people reported getting sick and twenty seven people died from the serious illness. The ...

Amphetamines could damage heart artery: U.S. study

2010-08-17T11:45:29Z

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Young adults who abuse amphetamines may be more likely to suffer an often fatal tear in the body's main artery, the aorta, U.S. researchers said on Tuesday.

A study of medical records from 31 million people aged 18 to 49 and hospitalized from 1995 to 2007 found that those who had abused amphetamines had triple the odds of aortic dissection, the team at the U.S. special envoy on North Korea, Stephen Bosworth before their meeting at the Foreign Ministry in Seoul Wednesday, Jan. 5, 2011. (AP Photo/Jung Yeon-je, Pool)

Hawks Kings Basketball

2011-01-04T22:01:19Z

Sacramento Kings forward Carl Landry, center, goes to the basket against Atlanta Hawks forward Al Horford, right, as Hawks center Zaza Pachulia, left, of Columbus Blue Jackets' R.J. Umberger (18) scores a goal against Phoenix Coyotes' Ilya Bryzgalov, of Russia, during the second period of an Ohio State forward Jared Sullinger, left, shoots over Iowa forward Andrew Brommer during the first half of an NCAA college basketb...

Archdiocese Bankruptcy

2011-01-04T16:30:52Z

Milwaukee Archbishop Jerome Listecki answers questions at a news conference Tuesday, Jan. 4, 2011, in St. Francis, Wis. Listecki said the Catholic Archdiocese of Milwaukee is directing its attorneys to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, saying that pending sexual-abuse lawsuits have left it w...

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