Research reveals watching clock worsens insomnia and sleep aid use May 15, 2023 Watching the clock while trying to fall asleep exacerbates insomnia and the use of sleep aids. A small change could help people sleep better. Mirage News
The March of Dimes Mom and Baby Unit brings care to southern Tucson May 15, 2023 The College of Medicine – Tucson has partnered with the March of Dimes to create the March of Dimes Mom and Baby Unit, which provides care to new mothers and infants in southern Tucson. Cronkite News
Health Sciences Design and VIP announce seed grant awards May 12, 2023 Health Sciences Design Read more
What color reduces pain, anxiety and which improves sleep quality? May 12, 2023 People with post-traumatic stress disorder experienced better sleep, a reduction in the severity of PTSD symptoms and more effective treatments after exposure to blue light therapy, according to a new study conducted by researchers in the College of Medicine – Tucson’s Department of Psychiatry. Ynet News (Israel)
UArizona Health Sciences unveils new sleep research facility May 12, 2023 UArizona Health Sciences is opening the doors to its new Center for Sleep, Circadian and Neuroscience Research facility, which will give investigators access to state-of-the-art technology to conduct innovative sleep and circadian rhythm research. KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)
Postpartum rage: What new moms need to know May 12, 2023 Perinatal psychiatrist Dr. Kathryn Emerick discusses postpartum rage, how to recognize it and what to do if you are experiencing symptoms. Read more Image
Sleep apnea raises risk of long COVID by up to 75% for some, study says May 12, 2023 Adults who have obstructive sleep apnea have up to an 75% increased risk, on average, of developing long COVID after a SARS-CoV-2 infection compared with people without sleep apnea, a new study found. The Mercury News (San Jose, CA)
Testing a new therapeutic target for Alzheimer’s disease May 11, 2023 Allopregnanolone is showing promise as a treatment for Alzheimer’s disease in elderly people and conditions including cerebral palsy in premature infants. Read more Image
Center for Sleep, Circadian and Neuroscience Research opens new facility May 11, 2023 Tours of the Center for Sleep, Circadian and Neuroscience Research’s new location will be offered during a ribbon-cutting and open house May 15. Read more Image