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Sleep study: What is polysomnography?

If you regularly have a hard time getting restful sleep, you may need a sleep study. Also called polysomnography, a sleep study is a test that's used to diagnose sleep disorders. The good news? A ...
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Healthbeat 4: Your options for taking a sleep test and what to expect

SIOUX CITY (KTIV) - Sleep apnea is a common sleep disorder. Local health experts say it affects more than 30 million adults in America. Last week in Healthbeat 4, Jessica Bowman showed you the first ...
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Sleep brain waves may predict future dementia risk, study suggests

Researchers at the University of California, San Francisco have found that machine-learning analysis of brain waves recorded during sleep can identify women at risk of cognitive decline up to five ...
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Scientists identified 5 sleep profiles. A doctor explains what they mean for your health

(CNN) — Do you get enough shut-eye? We know a good night’s sleep is essential for health, yet many do not consistently get enough of it. About 1 in 3 American adults do not regularly get recommended ...