Category Archives: Sleep disorders

Technology Overload, Sleep Deprivation: How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep


This past New Year’s Eve, my neighbor pulled out his iPhone and showed me an app he was using called Fitbit. It tracks activity levels during the day and also approximates sleep time, allowing you to follow trends over time. … Continue reading

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What’s Keeping You Up at Night: Answers to your Snoring and Sleep Apnea Questions


Is snoring normal? Snoring is certainly common.  In the over 65 age group, about 45% of men and 30% of women snore.  Though not necessarily normal it can be benign (not risky to your health).  More and more people are … Continue reading

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