New 120-Second Display Added to AASM Inter-scorer Reliability Testing Program
A new record has been posted to the AASM’s Inter-scorer Reliability Testing Program for the month of May featuring an important new application that will aid in the scoring of respiratory events and limb movements.
New AASM Standards for DME Accreditation Available Online
Beginning Sept. 1, 2010, applications will be accepted for a new program offering AASM Durable Medical Equipment (DME) Accreditation for non-Medicare providers.
Sleep Problems are Common in U.S. Soldiers Returning from Wartime Deployment
A study shows that sleep disturbances persist even 1.5 months after soldiers return from deployment.
Study Links Long Sleep Duration to an Increased Risk of Metabolic Syndrome in Older Adults
With more than 29,000 participants, the study is the largest investigation of sleep and metabolic syndrome.
Sleep Preference Can Predict Performance of Major League Baseball Pitchers
Pitchers who are “morning types” appear to have an advantage over night owls.
Sleep May Help You Become a “Guitar Hero”
Study uses “Guitar Hero III” to show that sleep may play a role in the consolidation of a complex motor-learning task.
Study Finds that Sexsomnia is Common in Sleep Center Patients
Men are more likely than women to report sexsomnia, but few patients talk to their doctor about the problem.
Teen Automobile Crash Rates are Higher When School Starts Earlier
Early school start times promote sleep deprivation and daytime sleepiness, which can reduce the alertness of teen drivers.
Special Member Ballot for Bylaws Revisions: Last Chance to Vote Friday, May 7
AASM members received an e-mail notification about revisions to the AASM bylaws that were recently approved by the AASM Board of Directors
Oklahoma Amends Requirements for Sleep Physician Qualifications
On May 4, 2010, Oklahoma Governor Brad Henry signed Senate Bill 1985 (SB 1985), which further clarifies the qualifications for the interpreting or supervising physician caring for a patient with a sleep disorder.
AASM Recognizes Top Member Recruiters in May 2010
Congratulations to the AASM’s top Member-Get-A-Member Campaign recruiters for the month of April.
Earn CME Credit Online Through the May Issue of SLEEP
The May 1 issue of the journal SLEEP is now available online, and AASM members have access to the full text of each article when you log in.
Final Psychology of Sleep Medicine Webinar is Thursday, May 13: “CPAP Non-Adherence”
Register today for the final webinar in the Introduction to the Psychology of Sleep Medicine series: “Evaluation and Management of CPAP Non-adherence.” The webinar will be presented by Mark Aloia, PhD, CBSM, at 12 p.m. Central time, Thursday, May 13, 2010.
Sale on Supplementary A-STEP Scoring Modules Ends May 31
If you have sleep technologists at your facility who are preparing to take the RPSGT exam or need additional education on scoring, ensure that they receive optimal training by taking advantage of the 50-percent-off sale on the A-STEP Supplementary Scoring Modules through the end of May 2010.
2010-2011 Membership Section Chairs Elected
In March the AASM held the 2010-2011 elections for the chairs of the eight membership sections.
Attend Your Section Meeting at SLEEP 2010
Section meetings at SLEEP 2010 in San Antonio, Texas, allow attendees to ask questions, suggest ideas and meet members of the Section Steering Committees.
Book Your SLEEP 2010 Hotel by Friday, May 14, for Discounted Room Rates
SLEEP 2010, the 24th Annual Meeting of the Associated Professional Sleep Societies LLC (APSS), will be held June 5–9, 2010, in San Antonio, Texas.
SLEEP 2010 Sessions to Cover Latest Advances in Sleep Medicine and Sleep Research
SLEEP 2010 will feature a variety of sessions on the latest advances in sleep medicine and sleep research. More than 90 scientific sessions will be presented.
Last Chance: Deadline to Complete Online SLEEP Survey is Wednesday, May 5
AASM members recently received an important e-mail notification about options being considered by the Associated Professional Sleep Societies (APSS) board of directors for the future of the journal SLEEP. The AASM encourages all members to contribute to this discussion by completing the survey using the link provided in the e-mail. Respond online with your vote by Wednesday, May 5, 2010. If you have problems accessing the survey, please send an e-mail to webmaster@aasmnet.org.
AASM Promoting NIH Funding During Meetings with Key Legislators in Washington, D.C.
The American Academy of Sleep Medicine (AASM) is committed to advancing the field of sleep research and promoting funding opportunities for sleep scientists. On Tuesday, May 4, and Wednesday, May 5, 2010, AASM Director of Health Policy and Government Relations Bruce Blehart will be in Washington, D.C., speaking with members of the U.S. Congress about the importance of maintaining adequate federal funding for the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
Sleeping Well at 100 Years of Age: Study Searches for the Secrets to Healthy Longevity
A study in the May 1 issue of the journal SLEEP is the first to examine sleep issues in a large sample of exceptionally old adults, including nearly 2,800 people who were 100 years of age and older.
Virginia House Bill 725 Signed by Governor: Establishes Licensure for Sleep Technologists
On April 21, Governor Bob McDonnell signed House Bill 725 (SB 725) into law, establishing licensure for sleep technologists. Virginia is now the ninth jurisdiction to provide sleep technologists a specific licensing/certification pathway.
AASM Publishes Compilation of Reference Manuals for Sleep Technologist Training
While each of these manuals may be purchased separately through the AASM Online Store, the AASM has recently bound the three publications together to create the Essentials of Sleep Technology, a comprehensive reference manual that can be used as a training resource for sleep technologists and as a resource for experienced technologists throughout their careers.
Expert Faculty to Present Remaining Psychology of Sleep Medicine Webinars
Expert Faculty to Present Remaining Lectures in the Introduction to the Psychology of Sleep Medicine Webinar Series
A-STEP Introductory Course Provider Information at SLEEP 2010
The AASM expects that the demand for A-STEP Introductory Course providers will increase. For this reason, the AASM is encouraging all accredited centers to consider applying as an A-STEP Introductory Course provider.