Sleep deprivation, snoring, overworked stress raises heart rate, elevates blood pressure, increases plaque buildup and puts stress on the heart and potentially damage not only the heart, but the whole cardiovascular system. Epidemiological research indicates that obstructive sleep apnea is associated with increases in the incidence and progression of coronary heart disease, heart failure, stroke, and atrial fibrillation. Intrathoracic pressure …
Under pressure from the teachers union, Los Angeles school officials have changed their plan to create four optional “acceleration days” to boost student learning in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. “ The district had set aside up to $122 million to cover fully staffed acceleration days, as well as three extra training days for teachers. The teachers union had …
