Alabama Institute for Sleep Health

03/20/2026

US teens are getting too little sleep

03/17/2026

03/14/2026

What is ideal sleep duration for optimal insulin sensitivity?

03/12/2026

Happy Birthday Alex! We hope you have the best birthday!!!

03/12/2026

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03/12/2026

Congratulations to our very own Sandra Holland. We celebrate your 10 years of dedication and hard work.

02/19/2026

New study uncovers link between pediatric OSA and risk of viral infections

A five-year study has identified a link between pediatric OSA and an increased risk of viral infections, such as the flu and COVID-19. Children with OSA were found to be twice as likely to contract these infections, irrespective of their age or weight. These findings suggest that sleep apnea may compromise the immune function in children.

Alabama Institute for sleep health is your trusted source for treatment of adults and children with sleep disorders. Call 256.739.7050

02/19/2026

Happy Birthday, Tina!! You lead us so well and we are so thankful for you! We hope your day has been great!!

02/12/2026

Sleep consultant examines recommendations for children

Children require varying amounts of sleep as they grow.

Dr. Warner recommends that:
Newborns need up to 17 hours,
Toddlers 11 to 14,
Preschoolers 10 to 13,
School-age children 9 to 12
and Teenagers 8 to 10.

Children who don't get the appropriate amount of rest for their age may experience behavioral, mood, mental health and academic problems. Parents should monitor their children's patterns and consult Dr Warner if they notice consistent excessive sleepiness

02/11/2026

Study: Rising temps linked to reduced sleep quality

A study by University of Southern California, Harvard Medical School and Brigham and Women's Hospital researchers finds that rising outdoor temperatures are affecting sleep quality in the US, with higher nighttime temperatures linked to shorter sleep duration and poorer sleep quality.

The study, which analyzed data from 14,232 adults over a decade, shows that every 18-degree Fahrenheit increase in temperature reduces sleep by two to three minutes. Women, adults aged 40 to 50, lower-income individuals, people who have chronic health issues, and West Coast residents are among the most affected groups

02/10/2026

Healthy sleep a key ingredient in successful childrearing

Parents hoping to raise successful children should focus on habits backed by scientific research. Ensuring they get enough sleep is one of the most important, with Dr Warner recommending at least 9 hours a night for 6- to 12-year-olds. A University of Maryland study found that children sleeping under that amount had less gray matter in brain areas responsible for attention and memory. Dr Warner stresses the importance of several other factors such as later school start times, reading with children and teaching resilience.

02/09/2026

Behavioral adjustments are important for better sleep

Behavioral changes are key for improving sleep, but the approach to setting these goals is equally important
Dr Warner recommends choosing goals that patients are 90% confident they can achieve to build momentum, and suggests "do instead" goals such as drinking a noncaffeinated beverage in the afternoon instead of a caffeinated one.