Some of the most common sleep disorders are insomnia, sleep apnea, and restless legs syndrome. Still, many Americans suffer sleepless nights without a specific diagnosis or even talking to their doctor about it.

We’re getting ready to “spring forward” this weekend as we enter Daylight Saving Time on Sunday, when we’ll lose an hour of sleep.

Research suggests that for women, hormones may play a bigger role in your sleeping patterns than you realize.

The time you go to bed may affect your risk for heart disease.

New guidance is encouraging parents and caregivers to be extra mindful about where babies and toddlers are sleeping to help avoid dangerous situations.

Obesity rates in America are on the rise and the problem is spreading across the country -- including here in Michigan.

For many parents, the biggest concern has been how to protect children under 12 who cannot yet receive the COVID-19 vaccine and whether or not they can bring the virus home from school.

For many parents, the biggest concern has been how to protect children under 12 who cannot yet receive the COVID-19 vaccine and whether or not they can bring the virus home from school.

As students begin heading back to school, many will be playing catch-up when it comes to learning critical skills like reading, writing an actually remembering what they learn.

I’m yawning as I write this. Such is the life of a parent with three children age 4 and under.

The pandemic disrupted children’s lives in so many ways: from the loss of organized sports and gym class, to suddenly being home and having access to food all day.

Sleeping during the summer months can be a struggle, thanks to hotter temperatures and extra hours of daylight.

Are you always flipping your pillow at night?

For many people, an unfortunate consequence is the inability to sleep -- and that can have a serious impact on your health. Dr. Gary Trock, a sleep specialist at Beaumont Hospital, said stress can rob you of a good night’s sleep and the benefits sleep offers. And what should you do to get a better night’s sleep? “Healthy sleep for the average adult should be between seven and eight hours a night,” Trock said. We surveyed our Morning Report newsletter subscribers to learn more about sleep habits during the pandemic.

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Sleep neurologists have dubbed it “COVID-somnia.”They’re seeing an increase in patients suffering from insomnia, sleep disturbances and the misuse of sleep medications. The pandemic is even impacting our dreams, and not for the better. More than half of them reported dreams that were pandemic-specific. Disrupted schedules, work stress, shifting family responsibilities and fears about the virus itself can all contribute. Sticking to a sleep schedule, getting regular exercise and time outdoors will help if you are struggling to get good sleep.