6 habits that rob you of sleep
Dr. Andrew Vernon, medical director for sleep medicine with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, says you may not realize that some of your habits are interfering with your ability to get quality sleep.
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Dr. Judith Overton’s story: finding relief for sleep apnea
Like most people with obstructive sleep apnea, Dr. Overton wasn’t aware she had a problem until a colleague urged her to get checked out. She went for a sleep study, and the results surprised her.
Is your teen sleep deprived? + How to address it
Dr. Ian Bushell, a medical director with BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, warns that sleep-deprived teens have a higher incidence of anxiety, depression, and suicidal thoughts and behaviors.
Guide to natural sleep aids: chamomile, melatonin & more
WellTuned spoke with Dr. Judith Overton, medical director for BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, to learn about natural sleep aids.
Is there a right way to sleep?
Here are 3 key things you need to know to get better sleep.
8 Steps for Surviving on Too Little Sleep
We all have restless nights from time to time. Here are 8 are safe, effective ways to keep your body and mind moving.
What Snoring Says About Your Health
Snoring is natural — many people experience it from time to time. But why do we snore? Here’s what you need to know about snoring and your health.
Why Your Child Isn’t Sleeping (And 5 Ways To Help)
No matter your age, the ability to go to sleep comes down to one thing: habit. Creating good ones and breaking bad ones is key. Here are 3 common causes for childhood sleep problems and 5 tips to try.
What Are Nightmares and How Do They Affect Sleep?
If you find your peaceful rest is interrupted frequently by nightmares, you might start wondering what’s going on — and what you can do to get back on track.
Sleep Quiz: How Much Do You Know?
Humans sleep for roughly one-third of our lives, yet many of us don’t know how sleep works or why it’s so important to our health. Take our 10-question quiz below to test your knowledge. To read more articles about healthy sleep, click here. Stay Tuned Get more great health tips and stories, every month. Sign up for our email newsletter.