Public comment announcement: Proposed changes to AASM Standards for Accreditation
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is inviting public comments on proposed changes to the AASM Standards for Accreditation. Please submit your comments by the deadline of Dec. 15, 2015.
Study links low activity and exercise with higher risk of sleep apnea
Low levels of physical activity were associated with moderate-severe obstructive sleep apnea, according to a study in the October issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine.
Sleep apnea is common in cardiovascular surgery patients
A study in the October issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine shows that obstructive sleep apnea is highly prevalent in patients undergoing cardiovascular surgery.
Perlis explains sleep restriction therapy to New York magazine
This week the Science of Us blog on nymag.com explored the clinical rationale for using sleep restriction therapy to treat chronic insomnia by talking to AASM member Michael L. Perlis, PhD.
Watson and Winter discuss new sleep duration research with Fox News
Earlier this week American Academy of Sleep Medicine President Dr. Nathaniel Watson and AASM Fellow Dr. Chris Winter appeared on the FOX News program Happening Now to discuss a new study that investigated sleep in three preindustrial societies.
Member profile: Why I support the AASM PAC
Over the last four years, I have been an active supporter of the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Political Action Committee (AASM PAC).
Monster sale now through Oct. 31: Take advantage of scary good savings!
Save big with the American Academy of Sleep Medicine's Monster-Sized Halloween Sale from Monday, Oct. 26 through Saturday, Oct. 31, 2015.
AASM seeks nominees for Board of Directors, Nominating Committee and APSS Program Committee
The AASM invites qualified members to nominate themselves to be considered for positions that will be opening in 2016 on the AASM Board of Directors, AASM Nominating Committee and APSS Program Committee.
AASM updates Scoring Manual Version 2.2 with new option for monitoring respiratory effort during HSAT
The AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events Version 2.2 is being updated to allow an additional option for monitoring respiratory effort during home sleep apnea testing (HSAT).
AASM grant supports sleep and circadian biology datablitz
To help promote sleep and circadian research, the American Academy of Sleep Medicine provided an unrestricted educational grant to support the 18th Annual Neuroscience of Sleep and Circadian Biology DataBlitz, which will be held from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 19, 2015, at the Hyatt Regency Chicago in Regency Ballroom C.
AASM publishes new clinical guideline for treating intrinsic circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders
A new clinical practice guideline published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine provides clinicians with updated recommendations for the treatment of intrinsic circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders (CRSWDs).
AASM publishes new position paper supporting use of telemedicine by sleep specialists
A new position paper published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine in the Oct. 15 issue of the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine supports telemedicine as a means of advancing patient health by improving access to the expertise of board-certified sleep medicine specialists.
AASM congratulates new Fellow members
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is pleased to announce that Douglas M. Wallace, MD, and Aleksandar Videnovic, MD, have earned the designation of AASM Fellow member.
The 2016 membership year has arrived: Renew today
Navigate the future of sleep medicine by retaining your membership with the professional organization that is the leading voice in sleep medicine.
The new A-STEP website has launched!
If you are looking to take the Accredited Sleep Technologist Education Program (A-STEP) modules, attend the live 80-hour introductory course or become an A-STEP provider - the new website has all the information you need to take the next step.
AASM congratulates Dr. Patrick Strollo, Jr. for new professional appointments
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine congratulates past president Dr. Patrick J. Strollo, Jr., who was recently appointed as the Vice Chair for Veterans Affairs in the University of Pittsburgh Department of Medicine, in association with his new position as Chief of Medicine and VP of the Medicine Service Line at the VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System.
Last chance to apply for 8th annual Young Investigators Research Forum by Nov. 16
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is accepting applications for the 8th annual Young Investigators Research Forum, which will be held April 6-8, 2016, in Bethesda, Maryland.
NIH director testifies before the Senate on the importance of research funding
On Oct. 7, 2015, National Institutes of Health Director Francis S. Collins, MD, PhD, testified before the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, HHS, Education, and Related Agencies about how NIH is investing in a healthier future for all Americans.
AASM leaders participate in national obesity summit
American Academy of Sleep Medicine President Dr. Nathaniel Watson and Immediate Past President Dr. Timothy Morgenthaler recently represented the AASM at the National Obesity Summit on the Provision of Care for the Obese Patient, which was hosted by the American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery (ASMBS) and involved representatives from 35 major health and medical organizations.
Suggest additional sleep health objectives for Healthy People 2020
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is soliciting suggestions for additional objectives for consideration that address critical public health issues within Sleep Health and the other existing topic areas of Healthy People 2020.
New clinical guideline to help clinicians treat circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders
A new clinical practice guideline published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine provides clinicians with updated recommendations for the treatment of intrinsic circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders (CRSWDs).
New position paper supports use of telemedicine by sleep specialists
A new position paper published by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine supports telemedicine as a means of advancing patient health by improving access to the expertise of board-certified sleep medicine specialists.
Volunteers needed to develop quality measures education
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine is seeking volunteers to help create educational products about quality measures.
U.S. Surgeon General discusses the importance of healthy sleep
Americans are facing a sleep debt of epidemic proportions, and the nation’s leading doctor is taking notice. At last week’s Washington Ideas Festival, U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy stressed the importance of healthy, restorative sleep to preventative medicine.
Join the Sleep Disorders Research Advisory Board conference call on Friday, Oct. 9
Sleep and circadian researchers are invited to attend a public conference call of the Sleep Disorders Research Advisory Board on Friday, Oct. 9, 2015, from 1-3 p.m. EDT.