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The Lullaby Trust-led initiative identifies global priorities for tackling Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy

Pediatrics, the journal of the American Academy of Pediatrics, today published a paper from The Lullaby Trust and partner international organizations, which sets out new global priorities for tackling Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy (SUDI).

28 Jul 2017

Adults with poor sleep patterns more likely to be overweight and obese, study finds

Adults in the UK who have poor sleep patterns are more likely to be overweight and obese and have poorer metabolic health, according to a new study.

27 Jul 2017

Immune system may wage a battle in Parkinson’s disease

A new study suggests that T cells, which help the body's immune system recognize friend from foe, may play an important role in Parkinson's disease (PD).

27 Jul 2017

Atopic dermatitis can affect adults more profoundly than younger patients

Eczema is not just kids' stuff. Although the skin disease is commonly diagnosed in infancy and early childhood, it also can affect adults - sometimes more profoundly than younger patients.

27 Jul 2017

Educational videos delivered by text help reduce risk of sudden unexpected infant death

A series of educational videos delivered by text or email successfully encouraged new mothers to use safe sleep practices for their babies, reducing the risk of sudden unexpected infant death, a new study has found.

25 Jul 2017

Black neighborhoods, segregated cities found to have high levels of noise pollution

As the number of white residents in a neighborhood declines, noise rises. But noise pollution is inescapable in segregated cities, where noise pollution is worse for everyone, according to the first breakdown of noise exposure along racial, ethnic and socioeconomic lines in the United States.

25 Jul 2017

Study examines prevalence, types of secondhand harm from alcohol among college undergraduates

It's no secret that university life often includes alcohol use, which can sometimes cause harm. Yet harm can also extend beyond the drinker, such as "secondhand harm" that is caused by intoxicated people: accidents or domestic, physical, or sexual violence; interrupted sleep or property destruction; and arguments, problems with relationships, or financial problems.

25 Jul 2017

New study shows how violent crime may affect academic performance of children

Numerous studies have shown a relationship between high-crime communities and the academic performance of children who live within them.

25 Jul 2017

UC scientists take different approach to investigating how influenza spreads through the lungs

Influenza is a recurring global health threat that, according to the World Health Organization, is responsible for as many as 500,000 deaths every year, most due to influenza pneumonia, or viral pneumonia.

25 Jul 2017

California Valley Fever cases highest on record

The number of Valley Fever cases in California rose to a record level in 2016, with 5,372 reported — a jump of 71 percent from the previous year. Historically, about three-quarters of cases have been in the state's heavily agricultural San Joaquin Valley.

24 Jul 2017

Research shows alarming prevalence of overfat pandemic in developed countries

Does your waist measure more than half your height? If so, you may be part of the global overfat pandemic.

24 Jul 2017

People with genetic susceptibility to Alzheimer's may have greater cognitive deficits with sleep-disordered breathing

People who carry a genetic susceptibility to Alzheimer's disease appear to be at greater risk of diminished cognition from sleep-disordered breathing than those without the susceptibility, according to new research published online, ahead of print in the Annals of the American Thoracic Society.

21 Jul 2017

Drowning can occur even while on dry land

Drowning is one of the biggest problems in the United States, and considering the number of people who will head to bodies of water to cool off this summer, we are entering the riskiest months.

21 Jul 2017

These preventive measures might help delay dementia or cognitive decline

In a landmark report, scientists have endorsed three strategies for preventing dementia and cognitive decline associated with normal aging — being physically active, engaging in cognitive training and controlling high blood pressure.

20 Jul 2017

First of its kind 45-day HERA mission incorporates sleep reduction for research purposes

After 45 days in NASA's Human Exploration Research Analog (HERA), the four-man crew can hardly hold their eyes open. This mission was the first of its kind to last 45 days, as well as incorporate sleep reduction for research purposes.

19 Jul 2017

Highly intricate visual system arises from simple blueprint present at birth, findings suggest

For decades, researchers have known that the primate brain is organized into "maps" for each of the different senses: one of the body for touch, one of the visual world for sight, one of tones for hearing.

19 Jul 2017

Study explores reasons for higher risk of depression in some women

It's no secret that the risk of depression increases for women when their hormones are fluctuating. Especially vulnerable times include the menopause transition and onset of postmenopause.

19 Jul 2017

Experts explore effective ways to diagnose and treat asthma

What are the best ways to diagnose and manage asthma in adults? This can be tricky because asthma can stem from several causes and treatment often depends on what is triggering the asthma.

19 Jul 2017

Urbanization and electrification of homes not linked to sleep loss

In this study, researchers from the University of Surrey, in collaboration with groups in South Africa, Brazil, Colombia and the USA, examined the sleeping patterns of people from two neighboring communities in Mozambique – the small electrified urban town Milange and the non-electrified rural community Tengua.

19 Jul 2017

Timing of food consumption affects circadian rhythms and body weight

A new high-precision feeding system for lab mice reinforces the idea that the time of day food is eaten is more critical to weight loss than the amount of calories ingested.

18 Jul 2017

Sleep News and Research

Latest Sleep News and Research

The Lullaby Trust-led initiative identifies global priorities for tackling Sudden Unexpected Death in Infancy

Adults with poor sleep patterns more likely to be overweight and obese, study finds

Immune system may wage a battle in Parkinson’s disease

Atopic dermatitis can affect adults more profoundly than younger patients

Educational videos delivered by text help reduce risk of sudden unexpected infant death

Black neighborhoods, segregated cities found to have high levels of noise pollution

Study examines prevalence, types of secondhand harm from alcohol among college undergraduates

New study shows how violent crime may affect academic performance of children

UC scientists take different approach to investigating how influenza spreads through the lungs

California Valley Fever cases highest on record

Research shows alarming prevalence of overfat pandemic in developed countries

People with genetic susceptibility to Alzheimer's may have greater cognitive deficits with sleep-disordered breathing

Drowning can occur even while on dry land

These preventive measures might help delay dementia or cognitive decline

First of its kind 45-day HERA mission incorporates sleep reduction for research purposes

Highly intricate visual system arises from simple blueprint present at birth, findings suggest

Study explores reasons for higher risk of depression in some women

Experts explore effective ways to diagnose and treat asthma

Urbanization and electrification of homes not linked to sleep loss

Timing of food consumption affects circadian rhythms and body weight

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