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Joanna Fortune: My teen goes to bed late and then spends half the day in bed
Beauty woman sleeping comfortably on rope hammock in a forest in fall season
How — and why — to prioritise good sleep as we head into autumn
Adjusting to the drop in temperature and darker mornings can be hard, so the sleep experts are here to help...

Tue, 10 Sep, 2024

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Stress, anxiety and menopause can take a hard toll on women's cardiac health
Women have historically been thought to have a lower risk of cardiovascular issues than men. Yet statistics disprove this, writes Sharon Ní Chonchúir

Fri, 02 Aug, 2024

Lavender essential oil
Scents and sensibility — some facts about essential oils
Do essential oils work? Here’s what the science says...

Fri, 26 Jul, 2024

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Night owls have superior brain function – study
Those who are most active and alert in the evenings appear to perform better at cognitive tests

Thu, 11 Jul, 2024

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5 houseplants to help with sleep
Not only do houseplants create a calming vibe and have a positive impact on our wellbeing, their healing properties help promote a better sleep pattern.

Tue, 11 Jun, 2024

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Colman Noctor: Lack of sleep is damaging teenagers' mental health
"We must find an engaging way to communicate the importance of sleep that instigates meaningful change in their sleep habits. "

Wed, 10 Apr, 2024

The Fabulous Pharmacist: Here’s how to fall asleep faster, and better
The Fabulous Pharmacist: Here’s how to fall asleep faster, and better
Our guest columnist Laura Dowling gets real about the art of sleep, the impact of a good night's shuteye on our overall health, and why naps are king

Sat, 17 Feb, 2024

What to do when children find it hard to sleep on the night before Christmas
What to do when children find it hard to sleep on the night before Christmas
When excitement levels hit fever pitch on the night before Christmas, you might need to figure out which routines to maintain and which ones to ditch, writes Helen O’Callaghan

Tue, 19 Dec, 2023

Penguins get 11 hours of sleep a day — in four-second bouts
Penguins get 11 hours of sleep a day — in four-second bouts
And these micro-sleeps can fulfil at least some of the restorative functions of sleep say scientists

Thu, 14 Dec, 2023

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Study shows 20 minutes of exercise can boost brain power after bad night’s sleep
The scientists highlight that studies show 40% of the world’s population does not get enough sleep, which is fundamental to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Thu, 23 Nov, 2023

Dr Phil Kieran: What can I do to build my child's immune system?
Dr Phil Kieran: What can I do to build my child's immune system?
A healthy immune system is the holy grail — good sleep, skincare, and good ventilation are all part of our line of defence

Tue, 10 Oct, 2023

Tired wife blocking her ears from noise of husband snoring
Sex file: Are separate bedrooms bad for a marriage?
If we don't sleep in the same bed is it the death of our sex life?

Mon, 31 Jul, 2023

Bedrooms: How to stay cool and sleep well in the summer heat
Bedrooms: How to stay cool and sleep well in the summer heat
We get top tips from sleep experts and share the season's best bedlinen picks 

Sat, 08 Jul, 2023

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Not getting enough sleep lessens cognitive benefits of exercise – study
Middle-aged people not getting enough sleep are less likely to see the benefits of exercise when it comes to protecting against decline in skills such as memory and thinking, scientists have said.

Thu, 06 Jul, 2023

Sleeping stock
Trouble with falling and staying asleep ‘linked to increased risk of stroke’
The team said its findings, published in the journal Neurology, suggest that improving sleep quality through therapies could help reduce this risk.

Fri, 09 Jun, 2023

Struggling to sleep? Here are eight expert tips you can try
Struggling to sleep? Here are eight expert tips you can try
Experts advise what to do if you’re tossing and turning in the middle of the night

Thu, 27 Apr, 2023

Best Friends
Having a pet dog or cat is associated with poor sleep quality
Scientists found  that having a dog is associated with greater odds of having a sleep disorder, while cat owners have a higher chance of having leg jerks, also known as restless leg syndrome, according to scientists

Thu, 16 Mar, 2023

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Sleep quality more important than duration for healthy and happy life – research
The researchers said their findings, published in the journal Plos One, showed sleep duration is not as important to an individual’s quality of life as a good night’s slumber

Wed, 15 Mar, 2023

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Getting good sleep could add years to your life, study suggests
Researchers found that young people who have better sleep habits are less likely to die early.

Thu, 23 Feb, 2023

Winter weather Jan 24th 2023
Humans might not hibernate but may still need more winter sleep, study suggests
Humans do not hibernate, but new research suggests we might need more sleep during the winter. The analysis of people undergoing sleep studies found that people get more REM (rapid eye movement) sleep in the winter.

Fri, 17 Feb, 2023

Sleeping stock
Sleeping less than five hours linked to multiple diseases in later life – study
The team found at age 50, those who slept five hours or less had a 30% greater risk of multimorbidity over the 25 years of follow-up, compared with those who slept seven hours.

Thu, 27 Oct, 2022

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Sleep quality more important than duration to stay healthy, research suggests
New research has found that people who do not get quality sleep or enough sleep are nearly three times as likely to fall ill with colds, flu and other respiratory diseases such as Covid-19.

Wed, 21 Sep, 2022

Teenager sending email from smart phone in her bed
Children's screentime could be linked to cell damage and early onset of puberty
Scientists say abnormalities in rats linked with 'blue light' suggests that our children's use of phones and other devices at bedtime could have similar ill-effects on them too

Fri, 16 Sep, 2022

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Good sleepers ‘less likely to have a stroke’
People who sleep well are less likely to suffer strokes, a new study suggests. Researchers said that sub-optimal sleep is linked to a heightened risk of heart disease and stoke. And nine in 10 people do not usually get a good night’s sleep, they said.

Fri, 26 Aug, 2022

Fatigue man having a headache at office in while watching computer totally exhausted working late at night.
How our body reacts to thunder and lightning — and why
As thunderstorm warnings are extended for some counties, here are some of the ways you may be feeling the effects

Mon, 15 Aug, 2022

Childhood insomnia research
Schoolchildren who lack sleep ‘may experience negative impact on their brains’
Primary school children who get less than nine hours of sleep a night have significant differences in brain regions responsible for memory, intelligence and well-being, a new study suggests.

Sun, 07 Aug, 2022

Dr Catherine Conlon: Are we ignoring a major cause of mental illness in young people?
Dr Catherine Conlon: Are we ignoring a major cause of mental illness in young people?
The latest data from the 'Growing Up in Ireland' study found that the vast majority (82%) of participants reported regular messaging friends before bed or regularly surfing the internet before bed (83%)

Fri, 27 May, 2022

People are literally losing sleep over climate change 
People are literally losing sleep over climate change 
Higher temperatures already costing the average global citizen 44 hours of sleep a year.

Sat, 21 May, 2022

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Irish Examiner View: To sleep, perchance to dream — for seven hours only
Shakespeare was really on to something when he wrote: “Sleep, the main course in life’s feast, and the most nourishing.”

Sat, 30 Apr, 2022

Baby sleeping covered with soft white blanket
Six tips for adjusting your baby to this weekend's clock change
Sleep expert Lucy Wolfe runs down the ways you can get your child ready for daylight savings

Sat, 26 Mar, 2022

5 sleep symptoms to see your GP about immediately
5 sleep symptoms to see your GP about immediately
Sleep is such a huge factor for our health. Here, GPs share the signs you should never ignore

Fri, 18 Mar, 2022

Monday motivation with Derval O'Rourke: My top five tips for time management
Monday motivation with Derval O'Rourke: My top five tips for time management
Each week I look at the ‘load’ I have on versus my ‘limit’ of what I can realistically achieve

Mon, 28 Feb, 2022

Tea calms Britons
Getting more sleep can shave 270 calories off daily intake, study finds
Getting more sleep may be a handy way of shedding those extra pounds, new research suggests.

Mon, 07 Feb, 2022

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Skin Nerd: How to keep your skin glowing while you indulge over Christmas
The right products and ingredients can help your skin to stay glowing throughout the festivities, writes Jennifer Rock

Wed, 15 Dec, 2021

Bernard O'Shea: 'Can't sleep? Here's the one thing that works for me'
Bernard O'Shea: 'Can't sleep? Here's the one thing that works for me'
I used to be one of Ireland’s greatest sleepers - but as I got older and kids appeared, things changed. In the last five years I've been lucky to get three or four hours a night

Thu, 16 Sep, 2021

Tuesday TV Tips: Crossing the border on a ferry — Four Seasons in One Day
Tuesday TV Tips: Crossing the border on a ferry — Four Seasons in One Day
— and gold medal winner Jonnie Peacock helps five young amputees discover their sporting potential

Tue, 10 Aug, 2021

World Sleep Day
Disrupted sleep can increase risk of death, study suggests
The phenomenon is a normal part of sleep, but when it accounts for a larger proportion of sleep it can become a problem, the study suggested.

Tue, 20 Apr, 2021

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The power hour: Could waking 60 minutes earlier get you through your lockdown day?
Having time to yourself before the kids get up or before you start work can help to achieve your goals and increase your happiness

Sun, 28 Mar, 2021

Clocks going forward can boost wellbeing but damage work performance, expert says
Clocks going forward can boost wellbeing but damage work performance, expert says
An expert has said that, as the evenings get brighter, people can improve their sleep patterns by having a bedtime routine.

Sat, 27 Mar, 2021

Mother Carrying Son
Natural health: What essential oils can I use to help my toddler sleep?
Is lavender oil always the best to use to aid sleep? Not always, says Megan Sheppard

Sun, 14 Mar, 2021

Awaking man in bed wearing wristband turning off alarm clock
Natural health: How do I get my sleep back on track? 
Megan Sheppard takes a look at sleep issues and low iron levels 

Sun, 27 Sep, 2020

Light impact from devices on sleep ‘not as serious as many believe’
Light impact from devices on sleep ‘not as serious as many believe’

The impact of light from smartphones, tablets and laptops before bed may not be as serious as we think, according to an expert.

Fri, 20 Sep, 2019

Are you getting enough zzz? Tips for getting back to sleep better
Are you getting enough zzz? Tips for getting back to sleep better

It feels like everyone could do with more sleep. To mark National Sleep Day, Pat Fitzpatrick outlines what works for him and looks at ways for getting back to sleep after his nightly trip to the toilet at 3am.

Fri, 15 Mar, 2019

Learning Points: Five steps to achieve a better night’s sleep
Learning Points: Five steps to achieve a better night’s sleep

In last week’s column I discussed sleep deprivation.

Thu, 14 Feb, 2019

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