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Sleep trouble for women
A new survey reveals more women experience having trouble sleeping or staying asleep than men. Colton Bradford spoke with sleep expert Dr. Rebecca Robbins from Harvard Medical School.
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The ‘Sleep Sweet Spot' for Creativity
Bob Stickgold, professor of psychiatry at Harvard Medical School, joins Current to discuss his new study exploring how our brains function in the moments before we fall asleep.
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Study: Don't Turn to YouTube for Sleep Advice
Doctors at Brigham and Women’s said that sleep advice, specifically on YouTube, is overwhelmingly biased and misleading.
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Insomnia Linked to Elevated Risk of Heart Attack
New science is backing up the claim that sleep can be a lifesaver.
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Did the COVID-19 Pandemic Steal Our Rest in More Ways Than One?
After almost three years of battling a global health crisis, doctors say more research is emerging about the effects of COVID-19, specifically when it comes to sleep. Dr. Shelby Harris, a leading sleep expert and director of sleep health at Sleepopolis, says the onset of coronavirus in 2020 lured people into putting off healthy habits and into dangerous territory. “There’s…
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COVID Creates a “Perfect Storm” for Insomnia
More research is emerging about the “cost of coronavirus”, specifically, when it comes to sleep.
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People Need More Sleep in the Winter, Scientists Say
New research suggests that while we may not hibernate, we do need more sleep when we get less sunlight and the temperature drops.
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Salt Water Can Reduce Snoring and Breathing Issues
A new study has a potential solution for children who snore or struggle to breathe while they sleep.
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Is ‘Mouth Taping' the Secret to a Good Night's Sleep?
Is ‘mouth taping’ the secret to a good night’s sleep? Some wellness influencers on TikTok are claiming it helps with snoring and dry mouth.
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Are You Getting Enough Sleep? Many Bay Staters Are Not
If you’re not sleeping great, you’re not alone – Many Bay Staters aren’t getting enough sleep. At 2 a.m. on Sunday, we’ll turn the clocks back an hour, as Daylight Saving Time ends. You may gain some sleep, but any disruption to your sleep patterns will involve a period of adjustment. And while a good night’s sleep can leave...