Sleep

Health news

Staying up late on the weekends could make your sleep apnoea worse

Researchers have dubbed the spike in sleep disturbances over the weekend, when people stay up late and sleep in more, “social apnoea”.

13/08/2025

Health news

Can’t sleep? Your gut health may be partly to blame, study finds

The study suggests that certain bacteria found in the gut could actually cause insomnia.

13/08/2025

Health news

Blowing a conch shell: Could this ancient practice improve your sleep?

A recent study suggests that an age-old yogic ritual may help improve blood oxygen levels and sleep quality in people suffering from obstructive sleep apnea.

11/08/2025

Health news

Teens with high screen time more likely to be depressed, sleep poorly

Teenagers in Sweden tend to use their devices for far longer than national health guidelines recommend.

18/05/2025

wellbeing

Top tips to help your teenager ditch tech and get better sleep

Experts recommend trying a tech-free bedtime routine and making sure teens know the consequences of poor sleep.

16/04/2025

Health news

How much sleep do we really need? Experts weigh in

Is the much vaunted eight hours of sleep enough to avoid health issues? Experts discuss why its important to wake up feeling refreshed.

16/03/2025

Experiences

My Interrail trip took me through 200 years of train travel

A European family train trek showed me the pros and cons of modern rail travel - here's where we need to go next.

01/03/2025

wellbeing

Siesta on the job: Should we all be having naps at work?

Napping during the day is a cultural norm in some parts of the world, but could it transform your work day? Experts are debating the potential benefits.

09/02/2025

Stays

Budget won’t stretch to a high-end hotel? Try hurkle-durkling at home

Hurkle-durkling is the practice of lounging in bed until late, hunkered down amongst warm covers.

10/01/2025

Health news

How daylight saving could harm your health as Europe's clocks change

Most of Europe will end daylight saving time this weekend, turning clocks back by one hour. But what are the potential health impacts of this practice?

26/10/2024

Health news

Weighted blankets may be an easy way to improve sleep quality

Researchers reviewed 18 studies on using weighted blankets.

24/10/2024

Health news

Half of European kids get too much screen time, new study finds

While most young children get enough sleep, they spend too much time on screens and don’t move enough, the global study found.

30/09/2024

Economy

Which European country has the best work-sleep balance?

Euronews Business takes a look at where in Europe people have the best work-sleep balance and which countries are lagging behind when it comes to getting high-quality shut-eye.

14/09/2024

Health news

Epilepsy drug could help curb sleep apnoea symptoms - study

Researchers said the drug could help people who don’t use Cpap machines, but that larger studies are needed to confirm the results.

11/09/2024

Experiences

Dream holiday: Catching up on sleep is now a popular reason to travel

A recent survey found that 39 per cent of Brits ranked rest and relaxation top of their holiday requirements this year.

10/09/2024

Lifestyle

Why a 'sleep divorce' could fix your relationship

Snoring, temperature variations, cover stealers, and tossing and turning often lead to partners sleeping separately. But this is not necessarily a bad thing.

13/07/2024

Health news

Philips face EU class-action over toxic foam in respirators

The Dutch medtech giant is set to face European class-action lawsuit over potential health risks from foam used in sleep therapy devices.

05/07/2024

Health news

Popular obesity drug may help treat sleep apnoea

The drug tirzepatide is marketed as Mounjaro and Zepbound by pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly and belongs to the same class of drugs as semaglutide.

24/06/2024

Health news

Should social media come with a health warning? An expert weighs in

Euronews Next asked an expert if social media should come with a warning about the risks it poses to mental health.

20/06/2024

Health news

Can pink noise enhance deep sleep and memory recall?

Thousands of people listen to coloured sounds on platforms like YouTube and through meditation apps.

21/05/2024