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Why does caffeine keep you awake?

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Caffeine effects include an increase in your heart rate and an increased level of alertness. Learn more about some of the different caffeine effects.

What is the Longest Time Someone Has Gone Without Sleep?

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A man in Cornwall, England, went 11 consecutive days without a wink of sleep. Find out how he did it, why he did it and why you shouldn't give it a try.

Anesthesia Awareness: When You're 'Awake and Aware' During Surgery

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It's rare, but when it happens, it can be traumatic and frightening for those who experience it. But how does such a thing even occur with today's modern medicine?

How Do Whales Sleep? They're Always Half Awake (Literally)

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It’s a question that puzzles many ocean lovers: How do whales sleep without drowning? Unlike us, whales are voluntary breathers, meaning they have to consciously come up for their next breath. That makes their sleeping habits pretty unique among marine mammals.

I Can't Sleep Because I'm Worried About Not Sleeping

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Sleep Dispatch 5: Writer Vince Rause learns that his worries about falling asleep are keeping him awake.

Will you die if you never sleep?

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Sleep deprivation can have many side effects, but is death one of them? Find out if you can die if you never sleep at HowStuffWorks.

Why Is My Cat Meowing So Much?

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If you're lying awake at 2 a.m. and asking, "Why is my cat meowing so much," you're not alone.

Is science phasing out sleep?

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Human beings have always found ways to ward off the effects of sleep deprivation. The newest wake-up pill has all of the benefits of caffeine and amphetamines with none of the down sides.

10 Tips For Avoiding Driver Fatigue

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According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, about half of all motor vehicle accidents are the result of driver fatigue. Some statistical agencies estimate that a quarter (25%) of all motor vehicle fatalities are due to people falling asleep at the wheel of their car. People who are planning a long road trip this spring [...] The post 10 Tips For Avoiding Driver Fatigue appeared first on Goliath.

Lamb vs. Sheep: Do You Know the Difference?

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If the differences between a lamb vs. a sheep has kept you awake at night, the answer to your musings is simple: A lamb is just a baby sheep.

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