Sleep
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Healthcare
Sleeping in hospital can be a nightmare. Experts say it’s time to wake up to some solutions
A recent Australian study found that noise levels in shared rooms in a large public hospital sometimes surpassed 100 decibels, as loud as a lawnmower.
- by Aisha Dow
Latest
How too little (or too much) sleep affects your risk of dementia
Scientists are confident a link between sleep and dementia exists, but it’s complicated.
- by Dana G. Smith
Review
Home tech
Can a Wi-Fi electric blanket and smart tracker really improve your sleep?
With its ability to heat and cool in line with your body, and maintain separate temperatures for your partner, Eight Sleep’s Pod 4 brings AI analysis to your bed.
- by Tim Biggs
Could your phone be the key to a good night’s rest?
While not meant to replace medical guidance, current smartphones come with tools intended to gently ease you into slumberland by putting you in the right frame of mind.
- by J.D. Biersdorfer
Opinion
Opinion
When my wife and I stopped sleeping together, I made a surprising discovery
After 55 years of marriage, this is a revelation.
- by John Baker
Why the beds in Paris could cost athletes their Olympic dream
The effect of poor quality sleep can be the difference between an athlete achieving Olympic glory or going home tired, medalless, and with a sore back.
- by Sarah Berry
A restless partner or noisy neighbours? How to deal with sleep disruptions
A sleep disorder specialist shares tips to sleeping better, even when those around you are keeping you awake.
- by Lisa Strauss
Analysis
Gadgets
We tried the $2000 baby tech dividing parents
We road-test the controversial Snoo smart bassinet: how much tech is too much for your baby?
- by David Swan
Are there health benefits to delaying your morning coffee? It depends
Many people say drinking coffee first thing in the morning can interfere with our ability to feel awake and lead to an afternoon crash. But is it really true?
- by Alice Callahan
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Mental health
How we process emotions during sleep may change our mental health
New insights into REM sleep and our emotions may change the way we treat mental health.
- by Sarah Berry
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