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Sleepy Drivers a Menace on the Road
Close to 2 million crashes, close calls linked to drowsy motorists, survey suggests

Millions of Americans Don’t Get Enough Sleep
Seven hours of rest a night is important for good health, expert says

Light Touch Helps Grip of MS Patients
Study shows ways to optimize hand movements

Supervised Exercise May Relieve Fatigue During Chemotherapy
Mixed-intensity program improved vitality and well-being in study patients

Tired Doctors More Prone to Errors
Long shifts, little sleep raise complication rate for practicing physicians, study finds

Retrovirus May Be at Root of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Study finds two-thirds of those with the mysterious illness infected with XMRV

Tired, Stressed Docs Make More Mistakes, Study Finds
Experts urge changes throughout medicine to reduce fatigue and distress

Family Issues Translate Into Sick Days at Work
Employees juggling conflicts have higher absentee rate, research shows

Pay Attention to Signs That Say You’re Too Tired to Drive
Sleep foundation offers tips on staying alert behind the wheel

Limiting Work Hours for Medical Residents Could Be Costly
And it may not lead to fewer medical errors, researchers suggest