Spring Cleaning for Better Sleep: Tips to Refresh Your Sleep Routine

Spring is almost here!  Are you still feeling groggy despite the longer days?  Maybe it’s time to spring-clean your sleep routine!  Just like your home, your sleep habits and environment can benefit from a little seasonal refresh.  Whether it’s decluttering your bedroom or maintaining CPAP equipment, a few simple changes can help you wake up…

Every business constantly looks for ways to boost productivity, reduce costs, and maintain a motivated workforce. However, many overlook one of the most critical factors impacting employee performance: sleep. It’s not just an individual health issue; poor sleep can have a direct and lasting effect on your company’s bottom line. The consequences of poor sleep…

We all know that poor sleep can leave us feeling sluggish, but did you know it can also fuel inflammation in your body? And, if you’re living with untreated sleep apnea, you might not realize that you are making the situation worse.  So, what is the connection between sleep apnea and inflammation, and why does…

Working when the world sleeps isn’t just a disruption to workers’ social lives—it can wreak havoc on their health, safety, and quality of life.   With over 1.8 million Canadians working non-standard hours, shift work is essential to keeping society running.  But the cost?  Let’s look at why sleep matters, the risks associated with poor sleep…

Sleep apnea is a silent disruptor that affects up to 26% of Canadian adults. This means that within any organization, a significant portion of the workforce could be battling untreated sleep-disordered breathing, and the ripple effects are more extensive than you might think. While the personal health risks of poor sleep are well-documented, the consequences…

We all know that sleep is essential for recharging our bodies and minds, but did you know that poor-quality sleep can take a toll on your eyesight too?  From blurry vision to heightened sensitivity to light, not getting enough rest doesn’t just leave you groggy—it can affect the health of your vision. Let’s take a…

If you’re one of those people who can’t seem to fall asleep after late-night doomscrolling or binge-watching your favourite show, you’re not alone.  You’re unwittingly battling the negative effects of blue light—the kind emitted from your phone, tablet, laptop, or even the overhead lights in your office.  Over exposure to blue light will leave you…

The holiday season is a never-ending whirlwind of activity—family gatherings, late nights, shopping sprees, indulgent meals, and all the festive cheer.  While this time of year celebrates togetherness and tradition, it’s also one of the most sleep-disrupted.  Between changes in routine, holiday stress, and tempting treats, your sleep schedule can take a big hit. But,…

As we embrace Movember, and ‘Grow a Mo’ to raise awareness for men’s health issues, it’s important to talk about the connection between obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) and prostate cancer. While OSA is widely recognized for its impact on sleep and quality of life, it may also play a role in the development of certain…