A rare genetic disease prods scientists to explore the mysteries of sleep. April 26, 2010— -- Most people can relate to the occasional sleepless night, but for sufferers of a rare form of ...

Fatal familial insomnia is a rare genetic disorder that affects sleep and other brain functions. There is no cure for the disease, but research is being done to find treatments. Fatal familial ...

"I just don't understand it. According to the history given by her friend, she hasn't slept in eight days and there have been no behavioral indications that she has slept since being admitted. We'll ...