In the third trimester of her pregnancy, Melissa Nevarez-Brewster wasn’t sleeping well. “I woke up every hour or hour and a ...

New research suggests that cultural norms and expectations play a role in how much sleep people need for optimal health.

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Yet greater awareness of sleep deprivation’s consequences hasn’t translated into a better-rested populace. Data from the CDC ...

One bad night of sleep can disrupt your metabolism, but it's easy to get back on track. Here's how to recover from a bad night of sleep, according to doctors.

Certain health conditions can also disrupt sleeping patterns, such as pregnancy, autism spectrum disorders, cancer or mental health problems, per the National Institutes of Health. Sleep disorders ...

A new study by Frontiers in Psychology discovered that consuming cheese before bed could lead to “bizarre or disturbing ...

Health experts explain magnesium's role in preventing disease, improving sleep, reducing anxiety and supporting bone health, with guidance on dietary sources and supplement options.

In late April and early May 2025, a rumor spread online that U.S. President Donald Trump's administration fired the National Institutes of Health (NIH) team behind "Safe to Sleep," a public ...

NPR reached out to the National Institutes of Health for comment. In an email, the agency said "no final decision has been made regarding the future of the Safe to Sleep campaign." ...

Sleeping on your back may have benefits for your skin and face. Learn what research says or doesn’t say and any drawbacks.