Degenerative neurological disorders, such as dementia and Alzheimer’s, can significantly affect an individual’s cognitive abilities and overall quality of life. While there is currently no cure for these conditions, researchers are exploring new treatments that may help slow the conditions’ progression or alleviate specific symptoms. One treatment that has shown promise is light therapy. Light May Heal…

Nurses exposed to 40 minutes of bright light before their night shift begins feel less fatigued and make fewer errors at work, according to a new study. The nurses also sleep better when their shift is over. “Health care workers are experiencing high levels of fatigue due to staffing shortages, difficult schedules, and heavy workloads. Further,…

People with multiple sclerosis (MS) have difficulty mustering up the energy to live a normal life. Extreme fatigue often tops the list of the most distressing symptoms. Now, a new study suggests that light therapy may help people with MS get their lives back. MS is an autoimmune disease that occurs when the body attacks…

Healthy sleep habits You can take steps to improve your sleep habits. First, make sure that you give yourself enough time to sleep. With enough sleep each night, you may find that you’re happier and more productive during the day. To improve your sleep habits, it also may help to: Make your bedroom sleep friendly. Sleep…

If counting huge flocks of sheep isn’t helping you fall asleep, consider a high-tech solution. Sleep Machine (Courtesy of Morphee) Morphée $99.99 This system uses sophrology relaxation techniques in either eight- or 20-minute guided sessions. Designed to help you relax and drift off to sleep, they work by slowing your breathing and heart rate. A…