Tag: Sleep
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GUEST OPINION: Why “Spring Forward” can hit harder at high altitude
March is Sleep Awareness Month and in Colorado Springs, it arrives with a built-in sleep disruption. When we “spring forward” and lose an hour, it may feel like a minor inconvenience. But as a sleep physician practicing at 6,035 feet above sea level, I can tell you that even a one-hour shift can have measurable…
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Trouble winding down in the summer? Doc gives advice on how to get better sleep
Tossing and turning to the hum of the fan is a common summer bedtime experience. The days are longer, the sun is brighter and the heat can make it harder to fall asleep. For many, especially kids who are out of school, summer can disrupt sleep patterns. Dr. Chafen Hart, a pediatric sleep specialist at…