What Is Obstructive Sleep Apnea? Obstructive sleep apnea is when something blocks part or all of your upper airway while you sleep. So, your diaphragm, a muscle that helps you breathe in and out ...

Your doctor may recommend a sleep apnea test if they suspect you have it. You can test for sleep apnea at home or in-lab, depending on your preferences and your doctor’s suggestions. You’ll ...

The science behind popular methods for improving sleep, and the downsides of caring too much about it. By Maxwell Strachan I’m an editor on Well, The Times’s personal health section.

Online and off, so-called sleepmaxxers are going to extreme lengths in pursuit of better sleep. Is that a problem? By Kate Lindsay Derek Antosiek considers himself something of a sleep connoisseur.

Many types of healthcare providers can become sleep specialists. A "sleep doctor" may train in fields such as internal medicine, neurology, pediatrics, family medicine, psychiatry, otolaryngology, or ...

Sleep is a moving target. When you were a newborn, you slept for most of the day, then less as an older child; as a teen, you slept later. A senior’s bedtime is earlier—part of a lifetime ...

The next few hours bring a slight tummy discomfort that lasts into the night. As a result, your sleep is not restful, and you feel irritable and gassy in the morning. The impact of food on our ...

Finding the right CBD vape pen can be a game-changer. Unlike tinctures and edibles, vapes act fast, making them perfect for managing anxiety, improving sleep, easing pain, and more. With a CBD ...

Busy week have you catching up on sleep during the weekend? That may be good for your heart health, according to new research. In a study set to be presented at the European Society of Cardiology ...

Here's why learning your sleep language may be the key to getting better sleep. Jessica is a writer on the Wellness team with a focus on health technology, eye care, nutrition and finding new ...

If you’re sensitive to light and struggle to sleep without complete darkness, catching some rest while on the go or during the day can be tough. Fortunately, a well-designed sleep mask can block ...

The term sleep disorder covers a wide range of conditions and symptoms. Sleep disorders can be broken down into various types. Primary sleep disorders. These aren't caused by another health or mental ...