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Tired But Can’t Sleep? Your Primary Care Doctor Can Help
April 12, 2024
woman waking from good night's sleep
If you have trouble sleeping, you’re not alone. Around 35% of adults have a sleep disorder. If you head to bed tired at night but can’t go to sleep — including not being able to fall asleep, restless sleep, waking up… See more
11 Surprising Causes of Fatigue
August 29, 2023
A middle-aged woman lies on a couch exhausted. Fatigue is caused by many things including poor sleep hygiene habits, lack of exercise and some conditions.
We all feel tired some of the time, and often it’s nothing a few restful nights of sleep can’t cure. Fatigue is also common when you’re suffering from allergies or fighting an illness or infection.Medical conditions such as autoimmune disorders and fibromyalgia can also cause ongoing tiredness, and… See more
Which Medications Cause Fatigue?
August 29, 2023
Older man suffering from fatigue. Fatigue isn't a normal part of aging and can be caused by medications.
Many prescription and over-the-counter medications come with a slew of side effects, including making you feel overly tired. Meds affect people in different ways, and the presence and prevalence of side effects can vary.It’s always a good idea to take your meds and supplements or a list of them to… See more
The Benefits of a Consistent Nightly Sleep Schedule
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
MDVIP
April 19, 2023
A couple sleeping in bed
Do you like sleeping in on the weekends? Many of us look forward to staying under the covers on our Saturdays and Sundays, especially after a late night or a long week. The extra shuteye helps us recover from missed sleep during the week. Or so we think. Unfortunately, this kind of inconsistent… See more
Getting a Good Night’s Sleep Every Night Helps Heart
By Dr. Andrea Klemes
MDVIP
February 28, 2023
Irregular sleep patterns can damage your blood vessels.
Do you like sleeping in on the weekends? Many of us look forward to staying under the covers on our Saturdays and Sundays, especially after a late night or a long week. The extra shuteye helps us recover from missed sleep during the week. Or so we think. Unfortunately, this kind of inconsistent… See more
The Connection Between Sleep and Longevity
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
October 21, 2022
Elderly woman sleeping
Sleep deprivation is a widespread problem that many Americans face. Disordered sleep, whether it be driven by: A health issue Work conditions Lifestyle Poor sleep leads to fatigue and raises your risk for injuries. Sleep deprivation is also linked with many chronic illnesses including:… See more
Sleep Apnea and Insomnia: A Life-Threatening Combination
By Janet Tiberian, MA, MPH, CHES
February 12, 2022
Older woman asleep in bed with a CPAP mask on
Do ever wake up out of breath or gasping? Are you unexplainably exhausted during the day? Does your spouse complain that you snore loudly? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you might be one of the 22 million Americans with sleep apnea, a serious sleep disorder that involves repeated… See more
How Lack of Sleep Affects Your Heart’s Health
November 1, 2021
Lack of sleep can affect your heart disease risk.
If you sleep poorly, you risk more than crankiness in the morning: You risk your heart. Studies show that even if you are at a healthy weight, get exercise and don’t smoke, too little sleep can increase your risk for heart disease.  That’s because good sleep does more than leave us feeling… See more
How Sleep Works and How Not Getting Enough Affects Your Health
November 1, 2021
What's an ideal amount of sleep? It's pretty much the same no matter what your age is.
You surely know by now that there’s an “ideal” amount of sleep we’re supposed to get at night: roughly seven to nine hours. This applies to the entire age range for adults, whether you’re 18 or 88.  And it’s not a loose suggestion, like how many days a week you should shower.  Sleep… See more
23 Tips for Getting More Sleep
November 1, 2021
Follow these tips for better sleep.
A lot of surprising things can affect your sleep. For example, what you drink and when you drink it, electronic devices like your phone or tablet, the temperature of the room, how much you exercise — even when you go to bed each night. Together, these things are called sleep hygiene and practicing… See more

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