Sleep Hygiene: Tips for Better Sleep

Go to Bed and Wake Up at the Same Time Each Day Setting your internal body clock can help build a strong sleep-wake cycle. Going to bed and getting up at similar times is beneficial. This applies to both weekdays and weekends. Improve Your Sleep Environment The bedroom should be quiet, dark, and comfortable—not too […]

Understanding Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)

What is Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)? Patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) have repeated episodes of partial or complete obstruction of the throat (upper airway) during sleep. A narrow floppy throat is also more likely to vibrate during sleep, which causes snoring. If partial or complete obstructions occur, breathing is reduced or stops for a […]

Common Sleep Problems

Insomnia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options Insomnia is when it is hard to get to sleep or stay asleep. It can be due to discomfort from an illness, it can be feeling upset or perhaps sad or stressed. In these cases, what needs to be done is to get rid of the cause. But in […]