Insomnia affects young worker productivity
Daytime drowsiness, mental health issues and even road accidents are all connected to sleep disorders, leading experts to examine workplace productivity losses among as many as […]
New link between sleep and concussion
A new study led by Flinders University points to the importance of sleep quality in the aftermath and recovery process in sports-related concussion, a common form […]
Sleep apnoea link to cognitive decline
Flinders University experts are working on better solutions for sleep apnoea to ward off a range of health risks, including cognitive decline. Improved solutions for obstructive […]
Bedtime changes raise blood pressure
Business owners, executives and shift workers might think slight changes in their regular sleep patterns and duration make no difference to their overall night’s rest and […]
Healthy retirement from sport
An international study led by Flinders University is looking to create targeted support for athletes’ mental health and sleep once they retire or step down from […]
Insomnia and depression are two disorders – study
The common belief that insomnia is a secondary symptom of depression when they co-occur is not supported by scientific evidence, and doctors should direct targeted diagnostic […]
Improving treatment of sleep disorders in primary care
Poor sleep is linked with negative physical and mental health outcomes, as well as reduced productivity which is costing Australia $66 billion in lost economic activity […]
Babies (and mobiles) can lead to ‘daytime dysfunction’
Parents of infants with sleep trouble have increased risk of daytime dysfunction, including work and driving performance. New Flinders research has also measured the effects of […]
Health inequality shows in two-decade SA study
A report card of Adelaide’s ‘working class’ suburbs confirms strong connections between longevity and socioeconomic factors. Preventable cardiovascular disease continues to prematurely claim the majority of […]