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04/22/2026

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They rely on one another

04/16/2026

A new study found getting both the recommended amount of physical activity and sleep may be key to helping reduce a person’s dementia risk. Hat tip to Dr. Meeta Singh.

A new study has found getting both the recommended amount of physical activity and sleep may be key to reducing a person's dementia risk.

04/16/2026

Expect a rise in mattress prices in the near future, primarily due to a chemical shortage and higher petroleum prices:

In an industry hoping for a rebound year, news of foam shortages and foam price hikes is an unwelcome development. But that’s the reality facing the mattress industry these days. Peter Keith, senior research analyst for Piper Sandler, says that price increases are coming to U.S. mattress and uphol...

04/10/2026

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03/15/2026

Bedbug cases on the rise in some Southern states:

Spring break travelers face rising bed bug risks in southern states. Reports show infestations increasing in budget accommodations across the region.

03/07/2026

HALO Dream Magic Sleepsuits recalled due to choking hazard. Stop using immediately.

Consumers should stop using the recalled HALO Magic Sleepsuit immediately and go to the firm’s website at http://www.sleepsuitrecall.com to participate in the recall. After registering, consumers will receive a coupon code that can be applied towards a replacement sleepsuit or a $50 store credit t...

03/05/2026

Daylight Saving Time is coming up! Here are a few tips for getting ready to "spring" your clock forward at 2:00 a.m., Sunday morning, March 8. https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1H1GcjKfqf/

02/24/2026

Some good sleep recommendations for adolescents from the National Sleep Foundation.

Adolescent sleep is linked to indices of health and well-being, including academic performance, physical health, mood, and safety. However, biological, psychological, and social changes make it difficult for adolescents to obtain enough quality sleep. As a result, the percentage of adolescents who a...

02/19/2026

Three-hour pre-sleep fasting window is "critical," because that's the time period when melatonin rises and the body transitions toward sleep. Recent study findings add to growing research linking sleep and circadian rhythms to cardiovascular health. The American Heart Association now recognizes healthy sleep as one of its Life’s Essential 8 pillars for heart health.

Northwestern University study reveals that not eating three hours before bedtime could improve heart health and blood pressure in middle-aged adults at risk for disease.

02/13/2026

Interesting opinion piece on the need to incorporate sleep along with radiation and chemotherapy in the treatment of cancer patients. "We believe that the integration of structured personalized rehabilitation protocols on sleep disturbances among cancer patients would positively affect cancer prognosis, mortality rates and offer our patients a comprehensive multidisciplinary patient-centered approach..."

Sleep rehabilitation therapies, alone or in combination with pharmacological treatment and as part of a chronotherapy package are of potential use for peop