Obstructive sleep apnea is a condition in which a blockage of airways by weak, heavy or relaxed soft tissues disrupts breathing during sleep. The condition is different from central sleep apnea, in ...

As a 30-year-old woman in good shape, I didn’t look like the stereotypical sleep apnea patient. I wasn’t old or overweight. My body was telling me something was wrong. I was always tired and starting ...

Heavy snoring and sleep apnea may be linked to memory and thinking decline at an earlier age, according to a new study. The research also suggests that treating the disorders with a breathing machine ...

Sleepless nights and anxious minds are becoming an invisible epidemic of the modern age. Experts warn that poor sleep and ...

Insomnia is a common problem. You may find it hard to fall asleep or stay asleep, or you may wake up too early and not be able to go back to sleep. Certain breathing techniques can help you relax and ...

A nightly habit that feels harmless could, in reality, be quietly depriving the brain of what it needs most to survive. This ...

Struggling to sleep during the winter? New York respiratory therapist Fernanda Fanek has several free and easy tips for better slumber. Courtesy of Northwell Health So much for a “long winter’s nap.” ...

If you’re lying flat, mucus can collect in the back of the throat, causing coughing and difficulty breathing ... that could help you sleep more comfortably if you have asthma or allergies: • Avoid ...

One simple breathing technique that takes just over a minute to complete could help you fall asleep faster and get a better night's rest overall, according to experts. The technique, known as 4-7-8 ...

Living with a plugged nose isn’t fun, but James Nestor was ready. Plus, it was for science. While researching his book, “Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art,” Nestor let Stanford University ...