Anyone who has children knows what this phrase means.  Sleepless nights coupled with long work days leads many parents to ponder the question whether that percolated drip can actually be transformed into a percolated I.V.?

Going without sleep we all know can be hazardous to our health, but what about disturbed sleep? Defined as less than 7 hours of sleep per night, is a permanent way of life for more than 15 million Americans.  The following article by Dr. Judith Wurtman sheds light on some of the consequences of prolonged sleep disturbance and those most at risk.  To learn more go to http://www.huffingtonpost.com/judith-j-wurtman-phd/disturbed-sleep-equals-di_b_849466.html