Columnist Ben Hofmeister has just completed his third overnight sleep study in three years as part of an effort to control sleep apnea.

Studies of sleep and recovery for elite athletes have identified foods and behaviors that improve sleep. That's great news for adults looking to improve their daily lives.

Integrative daytime therapy for 8 weeks significantly reduces insomnia severity and improves sleep quality in patients with alcohol dependence, a recent Polish study finds.

Longer REM latency and increased light sleep percentages are linked to thinner AD-signature cortex on MRI, regardless of patient race or ethnicity.

Sleep apnea sufferers may soon have a new path to a good night’s sleep. A Massachusetts biotech startup is preparing to file for FDA approval of a once-nightly pill that could become the first ...

Even a few nights with insufficient sleep promote molecular mechanisms linked to a greater risk of heart problems. This has been shown in a new study in which the researchers investigated how sleep ...

Getting a good night’s sleep not only helps you feel physically and mentally ready to tackle each day, but studies say that it may also add years to your life. Still, many people struggle to fall ...

Researchers at Mass General Brigham have demonstrated the technical feasibility of using ultra-low field (ULF) magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) for breast imaging. With further refinement and ...

A new study links a common bedside habit to a higher risk of heart and health issues.

“Fix sleep schedule” features at the top of millions of New Year’s resolutions each year. In fact, it’s widely known that getting adequate rest — that is, eight hours per night — helps improve mood ...

Before you grab a bottle of magnesium, learn which form of this supplement is most likely to give you quality rest.

It's not just morning larks and night owls. There are five unique types of sleepers out there, according to new research, and which kind you are is tied to your health and lifestyle. These "hidden ...