Researchers found that when subjects slept during the day and were active at night, it had a negative impact on markers for heart disease, including blood pressure. But Scheer said switching their ...

And you are right; respecting a night shift worker’s sleep should be common sense, especially for someone who has been there. “How Can I Forgive My Cheating Partner?” is out now!

When “lunch time” comes around at 12:30 a.m., for example, what is available for a worker to eat? “Well, it’s stuff in the vending machine if they haven’t prepared food,” Dr. Drerup said.

And you are right; respecting a night shift worker’s sleep should be common sense, especially for someone who has been there. Send your questions for Annie Lane to dearannie@creators.com.

It's possible that by taking melatonin to sleep, the participants counteracted this, boosting DNA repair in the process, says W. Christopher Winter, MD, a neurologist and sleep medicine physician with ...

In this guide, we’ll explore effective tips to help shift workers get their sleep back on track, so you can feel more energized, focused, and ready to take on the day—no matter the hour.

Working through the night can put a toll on your body and overall health. More than 9 million adults in the United States work shifts at night, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. There are many ...

Dear Annie: Night-shift nurse says her family keeps waking her up and it’s wearing her down Published: May. 23, 2025, 11:30 a.m. Annie Lane writes the Dear Annie advice column.