UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH AUSTRALIA As the Christmas season starts to ramp up, University of South Australia researchers are reminding people to prioritise a good night’s sleep as new research shows that a troubled sleep may be associated with risk factors for type 2 diabetes. In the first study of its kind, researchers found that people who reported trouble sleeping were...
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Have trouble sleeping? You’re at higher risk of dying, especially if you have diabetes
by Northwestern University Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Having trouble falling or staying asleep may leave you feeling tired and frustrated. It also could subtract years from your life expectancy, according to a new study from Northwestern Medicine and the University of Surrey in the United Kingdom (UK). The effect was even greater for people with diabetes...
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Alzheimer’s disease: Anticipating end-of-life needs
By Mayo Clinic Staff As an Alzheimer’s caregiver, you might be your loved one’s most powerful voice. Make decisions that ensure dignity and comfort for your loved one. In the early stages of Alzheimer’s disease, caregivers often focus on keeping loved ones safe and comfortable. As the disease progresses, however, you might face difficult end-of-life...
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Older adults who have trouble sleeping at night may face a 25% higher risk of dementia, study finds
Scientists at Qingdao University in China analyzed 51 previous studies on sleep and cognitive health Insomniacs were at a 27% higher risk of dementia and cognitive problems Those who fell short of insomnia but got ‘insufficient’ sleep were at a 25% higher risk It’s not exactly clear why poor sleep affects dementia risks, but scientists...