Are Truckers at Risk of Developing Sleep Apnea?
Truckers are an essential part of our economy, and they are largely the reason for you getting that toaster you ordered online to your doorstep in as little as two days. In addition to working crazy hours and traveling up and down Interstate 5, they are also putting their health at risk. According to a…
Resolve to Sleep Better
With the new year comes a laundry list of resolutions made with the best intention of turning you into better version of yourself. Even if some of these goals have already fallen to the wayside, there is one you should try hard to keep, as it can affect every aspect of your life – improving…
4 Tips for Better Sleep
Getting enough sleep is crucial for your health, but many of us don’t get a full eight hours every night. Below are four tips your sleep doctor at Oregon Ear, Nose & Throat Center recommends to help you get to bed early and stay asleep longer. The Importance of Sleep According to the National Sleep…
What Happens When You Don’t Get Enough Sleep?
While we should all be getting eight hours of sleep a night, factors like stress or a busy lifestyle prevent many from reaching that goal. When trying to maintain a healthy lifestyle, getting enough sleep is just as important as eating right and exercising. Why Is Sleep Important for a Healthy lifestyle? The Center for…
Is Deep Sleep the Key to Preventing Dementia?
Alzheimer’s disease affects around 5.8 million Americans and is especially common in older adults. About one out of every 10 people in Medford aged 65 and over have dementia or Alzheimer’s, characterized by declines in memory, thinking and behavior. There is no cure for this type of cognitive decline, but a new study indicates that…
When Should You Be Concerned About Snoring?
Plenty of people in Medford snore. This is hardly unusual; approximately 40 percent of U.S. adults snore at least occasionally. Snoring is never a good thing, but often it’s harmless (aside from the jab in your ribs you might receive from your frustrated sleeping partner). In some cases, snoring can indicate a serious underlying health…