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Date and Time
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February 6 2020 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM
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Location
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Centre culturel de Midland
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Description
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 Sleep is a vital part of our being. We think about, we sometimes crave it and we know when it eludes us. Sleep occupies one third of our lives. Come and learn more about it. We promise to keep you awake!
Learn about the science of sleep and how our health can benefit from a good night’s sleep. Hear about the downsides when we fail to get enough uninterrupted sleep including; dementia, cardiovascular disease, bedmate’s frustration, fatigue and mood or temperament changes.
The panel of experts include a clinical psychologist, Anita Federici; an internist and respirologist, Adarsh Tailor; and a dentist with a specific interest in obstructive sleep patterns, Don Farquhar.
The three experts will delve into medical conditions that interfere with sleep, like sleep apnea, which is snoring due to airway obstruction and frequent stoppages of breathing. When treated, cardiac and brain health and sleep will improve. For those who don’t have a medical cause for sleep disturbances, the panel will review several practical ways to fix or alleviate your sleep stresses. We all know that a change of lifestyle, less eating, smoking and drinking, and more exercise, will make a difference! Beyond this, what are the pros and cons of sleeping pills? Is sleeping solo an option? Will yoga or a new pillow help? Should I just get out of bed and try to solve my free floating anxiety? Can I change my thinking to improve my sleep? Take home many helpful hints and learn why healthy sleep means a healthy life!
Admission for this event is free, and registration at the MCC opens Monday January 6, 2020.
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