New research suggests that common sleep problems may play a role in increasing the risk of dementia over time.

Experts reveal which sleep disturbances may signal something deeper, and when you should be concerned.

It might be worth working a little bit harder to get that much-desired, but often elusive, good night's sleep. Deep sleep clears the mind of waste just as a "dishwasher" cleans dirty plates and ...

If a good night’s sleep is good, wouldn’t a perfect night’s sleep be better? Not necessarily, according to doctors. “Sleep trackers can provide value, but it’s best if you don’t fixate on it,” said ...

Many people do not realise they are breathing through their mouth, especially while sleeping. This simple habit can affect ...

Several alternatives to melatonin can help with sleep, including herbal supplements like valerian root, L-theanine, magnesium ...

You can live for years with obstructive sleep apnea and never know it. The condition repeatedly narrows your upper airway during sleep. That can break up your rest, strain your body, and lower oxygen ...

Our longtime health expert breaks down the findings of a mental health study done by the University of Oregon.

A team from the University of Oulu in Finland followed more than 3,200 people born in 1966 for over a decade. At the age of ...

The professional sports world appears to be continuing to turn more of its attention to what has been a much-overlooked issue: sleep. This time, it’s the National Hockey League that is addressing ...

The news that sleep likely played a role in New York’s Metro-North train derailment is a terrible reminder that sleep isn’t just a personal health issue—it is also a matter of public safety, when it ...