She Never Made It to Her Sleep Study
A personal story explores why women with cardiovascular disease deserve earlier conversations about sleep-disordered breathing.
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Specific Hormone May Shield Women’s Mood From Sleep Loss During Hormonal Shifts
It may be a potential biological buffer during periods of hormonal and emotional vulnerability.
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The Sex Gap in Obstructive Sleep Apnea Diagnosis
Why a health equity gap exists between men and women with OSA—and how device makers aim to close it.
Sleep Loss Patterns During Menopausal Transition Identified Via Smart Ring Data
ŌURA’s first Perimenopause Report uses de-identified smart ring data to reveal sleep loss patterns and other physiological changes during the years before, during, and after menopause.
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Women Lose Hours of Sleep Due to Spiraling Thoughts, Survey Finds
The survey identified key stressors, including personal finances, that contribute to sleeplessness.
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Half of Women Aged 45-64 Experience Sleep Disruption Due to Menopause
An AASM survey shows that half of women aged 45-64 experience menopause-related sleep issues. Experts recommend steps to improve sleep during hormonal changes.
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New Partnership Expands Access to Sleep Medicine and Menopausal Care for Women
A new collaboration between digital health platforms aims to improve sleep and menopausal care for women through integrated telemedicine services and expert support.
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New Study Explores Sleep’s Impact on Women’s Cognitive Health
Scripps Research launches a digital trial to identify sleep-related risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias using activity trackers.
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Sleep Quality, Circadian Rhythm, and Metabolism Differ in Women and Men – New Review Reveals This Could Affect Disease Risk
Surprisingly, one factor affecting how well a person sleeps is their sex. But there’s still a lot we don’t know about how men and women differ.
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Men and Women Not Created Equal When It Comes to Sleep
A new review reveals significant differences in sleep patterns and circadian rhythms between men and women, impacting their metabolism and overall health.
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Girls May Be More Vulnerable to Sleep Issues from Social Media Use Than Boys
University of Queensland research has shown intense and problematic social media use is linked to sleep difficulties in adolescents, with girls being more affected than boys.
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Women’s Metabolic Advantage in Blood Lipid Control May Counter Effects of Sleep Apnea
Researchers say this advantage could potentially explain why women living with sleep apnea present a lower prevalence of co-morbidities, including type II diabetes and cardiovascular disease, than men.
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Bayer Expands Trial for Investigational Menopause Sleep Disturbance Treatment
Bayer is starting a phase II study to evaluate elinzanetant in women with sleep disturbances associated with menopause.
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Sleep Problems Linked to Heart Health Risks During and After Menopause
How well a woman sleeps—not just how long—as she transitions through menopause may affect her projected risk for heart disease and stroke, new research suggests.
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How Sex Plays a Role in the Body’s Response to Sleep Deprivation
Researchers have a better understanding of sleep disruption—particularly in the realm of sex-specific differences and cellular dysfunction.
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Therapeutic Touch and Music Key to a Better Night’s Sleep During Menopause
A new study suggests the effectiveness of touch and sound in improving sleep quality and reducing various menopause symptoms.
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Women Hold Significant Advantage in Mastering Lucid Dreaming
Women appear to have a considerable upper hand over men when it comes to mastering lucid dreaming, according to a study by REMspace Inc researchers.
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Hypnotherapy Improves Sleep for Menopausal Women
A Baylor University researcher has suggested hypnotherapy as an alternative to hormone replacement therapy for menopausal women, offering a way to enhance sleep and alleviate hot flashes.
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