CHRONIC HEALTH THREATENS NATION’S SLEEP
Chronic and long term health problems are seriously eroding the nation’s sleep. According to the most extensive research project ever undertaken by The Sleep Council, nearly two thirds (63%) of all...
View ArticleKEEP YOUR COOL IN BED
While high-end temperatures make a welcome debut for sun-starved Britons, steamy nights and baking bedrooms do little to lull us to sleep. “When summer comes to mind, we almost always focus on picnics,...
View ArticleSTRESSTEMBER: THE WORRY STARTS HERE
September could be the start of the New Stress Year. As schools re-start and work re-boots, The Sleep Council has found that ‘Stresstember’ not only marks the return to routine – but pressure levels...
View ArticleSURVIVING THE SANTA SEASON
As the countdown to Christmas begins, The Sleep Council has devised a sleep survival plan for getting through the food, drink and telly fuelled marathon that lies ahead. Of course, it’s a joyous time...
View ArticleREVISION ROBS TEENS OF SLEEP
Teenagers are being robbed of vital sleep as they cram in up to 14-plus hours of exam revision each week.With Easter about to mark the official start of the dreaded revision season for 2015...
View ArticleSLEEP YOUR WAY TO THE TOP
Margaret Thatcher famously survived on four hours a night.But Number 10 hopefuls campaigning in this general election would be well advised to think about managing their sleep effectively to optimise...
View ArticleSURVIVAL TIPS FOR A ROYAL PROBLEM
As Britain welcomes little Princess Charlotte, The Sleep Council offers some timely tips on ‘sleep survival’ for new mums all over the country.Even though the Duchess of Cambridge is likely to have...
View ArticleJOLLY JAUNTS AND JET LAG
Getting away from it all needn’t mean sleepless nights thanks to jet lag busting tips from The Sleep Council.And better sleep on holiday starts before leaving home, according to the organisation that...
View ArticleBEST EVER EXERCISE TIP – A GOOD NIGHT’S SLEEP
Neglect sleep at your peril if you want to up your performance in sport, warns The Sleep Council.As millions reach for their trainers and pull on the lycra, inspired by Wimbledon, the Tour de France,...
View ArticleSLEEP TIPS TO SURVIVE FRESHERS’ WEEK AND BEYOND
Students tempted to party hard as they start university life should not neglect their sleep.That’s according to The Sleep Council who are warning students about the dangers of lack of sleep as they...
View ArticleBRITISH SLUMBERTIME
As National Sleep In Day approaches (October 25, the day the clocks go back and we all get an extra hour in bed) The Sleep Council is encouraging British slumbertime with tips to help parents and young...
View ArticleBETTER SLEEP COMBATS COLDS
An effective weapon against coughs and colds this winter is a great night’s sleep according to The Sleep Council, which has been looking at research into sleep and the immune system. “Experts agree...
View ArticleYOUR SLEEP IN NUMBERS
As everyone gets ready for the 12 days of Christmas, The Sleep Council has its own numbers for slumber this festive season.A good night’s sleep means you feel great. And everyone needs to be in the...
View ArticleLEAP FOR JOY WITH AN EXTRA DAY
Leap for joy as we celebrate an extra day on February 29!That’s the message from The Sleep Council who offers some timely tips on how to make the most of the ‘bonus 24 hours’.“We often hear people wish...
View ArticleEASTER TO THE RESCUE FOR LOST HOUR
With Easter quickly approaching on March 27 – the same day that the clocks go forward by an hour – The Sleep Council suggests this might be the ideal recovery period to this year’s ‘lost hour’.Said...
View ArticleEducation Sleep – Snooze Your Way to Exam Success
With exam time underway, The Sleep Council is encouraging pupils to snooze their way to success. As thousands sit down to take their GCSEs and A-Levels, sleep deprivation could cause many to switch off...
View ArticleDON’T LET THE HEAT AFFECT YOUR SLEEP
While most of us celebrate the warmth of the sun and the longer, brighter days, heat can cause havoc when it comes to catching the zzzs.“Hot weather can be a nuisance when it comes to bedtime,” says...
View ArticleBRIDE AND GROOM GLOOM AS SLEEPLESS NIGHTS SET IN
As the wedding season gets into full swing, many UK brides and grooms face sleepless nights as the stress of the big day sets in.Despite being a joyous occasions, weddings are on the list for top most...
View ArticleSNOOZE YOUR WAY TO HEALTH DURING SLEEPTEMBER
As schools go back and regular routines resume after summer, The Sleep Council suggests September – or Sleeptember – is the time to focus on a better night’s sleep. Sleeptember is a month-long campaign...
View ArticleNATIONAL SLEEP IN DAY – IT’S TIME TO HIBERNATE
Head for bed! That’s the message from The Sleep Council as the nights start to draw in and National Sleep In Day approaches on 30 October – the day the clocks go back and winter really arrives. “As...
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