Lack of sleep may prevent the brain from purging tau protein, which forms lingering tangles linked to Alzheimer's.
If you're scrolling social media or on-demand videos at bedtime, you're already doing it wrong.
Smartphones and technology have given rise to a generation plagued by sleepless nights.
Although a cup of java might provide a boost, follow these 6 tips to re-energize.
Television, video games and endless other distractions are stealing away our slumber.
A good, long snooze allows your brain to purge waste products such as beta-amyloid, a protein associated with dementia.
Children ages 6 to 12 should be getting at least nine hours of sleep each night—but 12 would be better.
Study: Indulging in the occasional siesta might reduce your risk of heart disease and stroke.
A lack of sleep is associated with higher risk of heart disease—but the link might have more to do with genetics.
Researchers suspect about 1 in 300 people classify as extreme early birds—in bed by about 8 p.m., up by 4 a.m.
New research shows people who use antacid drugs are almost twice as likely to need allergy medications.
Explore 8 healthy sleep habits that'll help students rise and shine this year.
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